02279cam a22003013u 4500 49418 UtSlPG 20260610134133.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG es iso639-1 PN Pérez de Ayala, Ramón, 1880-1962 Las máscaras, vol. 2/2 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-07-12 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) "Las máscaras, vol. 2/2" by Ramón Pérez de Ayala is a philosophical essay and literary critique written in the early 20th century. The text examines the complexities of human nature and societal roles through a cultural lens, particularly reflecting on the life and works of Oscar Wilde. The exploration dives deep into the themes of contradiction, vanity, and the nature of art, likely presenting a nuanced view of the personalities involved, especially Wilde. The opening of this work introduces a detailed analysis of the concept of the "spoiled baby," a metaphor for individuals who have been overly pampered and have consequently developed a sense of superiority and entitlement. Pérez de Ayala articulates the psychological implications of this condition, likening it to Wilde himself, who, despite his genius, fell into contradictions and excesses. The text reflects on Wilde’s experiences, particularly his downfall, presenting his artistic endeavors in the context of societal views of morality and the complicated dynamics of personal identity and creative expression. This initial portion sets the stage for a broader discussion on the interplay between art, life, and moral implications within society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Drama -- History and criticism https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49418 90256 90256