Showing results by author "Oscar Wilde" in Philosophy

In The Picture of Dorian Gray, we follow the captivating journey of Dorian, whose desire for eternal youth leads him down a dark path of moral decay and self-destruction. Join Isabella Garcia as she narrates this timeless tale of ambition, beauty, and the consequences of living a life without remorse.

Wilde’s enduring literary legacy has weathered countless critiques, proving resilient against attempts to unearth the opinions he and his admirers might prefer to forget. This collection promises to captivate readers with its intriguing insights; some reviews are remarkably prophetic, while others reveal biases shaped by affection or animosity. Many reflect Wilde’s sharpest wit and most joyful creativity, with only a handful lacking color. According to Lord Beaconsfield, the judgments of a European nation can be seen as the verdict of posterity, and Wildes influence on literature has far ...

Oscar Wilde wurde am 16.10.1854 in Dublin geboren. Sein Vater war Arzt, seine Mutter Dichterin. Wilde studierte in Dublin und Oxford. Seit 1879 lebte er in London. 1895 wurde er vom Vater seines Freundes Lord Douglas wegen homosexueller Neigungen angezeigt und zu zwei Jahren Zuchthaus verurteilt. Wilde starb am 30.11.1900 verarmt in Paris.

A inteligência e a esperteza nunca são aborrecidas. Seleccionámos para si 500 citações dos autores mais espirituosos de sempre, de Oscar Wilde a Groucho Marx, George Bernard Shaw, Albert Einstein com a ajuda de Woody Allen. Desfrute destas pérolas de humor para alegrar o seu dia com uma boa gargalhada, descubra comentários e piadas inestimáveis para surpreender os seus amigos e inimigos, e aperte as mãos com as maiores mentes.

Oscar Wilde é recordado como uma das mentes mais espirituosas de sempre, graças ao seu estilo e humor provocantes. Na década de 1890, foi um dos mais populares dramaturgos de Londres; as suas obras-primas são A Importância de "Ser Ganancioso" e o quadro sombrio e fantasioso de "Dorian Gray". Os seus escritos entrelaçam temas de beleza, decadência e duplicidade, o que o tornou um agente provocador mais do que colorido na sociedade vitoriana.

Familiarize-se com os escritores mais importantes do século XX através de uma cuidadosa selecção de 600 citações, introduzindo as suas principais ideias e delineando com clareza a estrutura do seu trabalho. Descubra novos aspectos ou aprofunde os pensamentos de Anne Frank, Antoine de Saint Exupéry, Khalil Gibran, Oscar Wilde, Stefan Zweig, Winston Churchill, para expandir a sua mente e conhecimento sobre a nossa cultura.

Familiarize-se com os principais escritores de todo o mundo através de uma cuidadosa selecção de 500 citações, introduzindo as suas ideias e delineando com clareza a estrutura do seu trabalho. Descubra novos aspectos ou aprofunde os pensamentos de Miguel de Cervantes, William Shakespeare, Marcel Proust, Anton Chekov, Oscar Wilde, para expandir a sua mente e conhecimento sobre a nossa cultura.

A criatividade é uma força aparentemente misteriosa, que ansiamos por compreender e desenvolver. Seleccionámos para si 500 citações dos maiores pensadores, artistas e criadores, para que obtenha força e inspiração na sua própria vida: Albert Einstein, Léonardo da Vinci, Antoine de Saint Exupéry, Oscar Wilde, William Shakespeare. Nutre-se com a experiência e reflexão dos maiores autores.

This essay was written in 1891 after Wilde had become enamored of concepts expressive of a liberal socialism. In his view, the aim of socialism should be "to try to reconstruct society on such a basis that poverty will be impossible". Typically, Wilde stresses the vital role played by art and the imperative significance of the artist.

Kreativitet är en till synes mystisk kraft som vi längtar efter att förstå och utveckla. Vi har valt ut 500 citat från de största tänkarna, konstnärerna och skaparna, för att du ska få styrka och inspiration i ditt eget liv: Albert Einstein, Léonardo da Vinci, Antoine de Saint Exupéry, Oscar Wilde, William Shakespeare. När dig själv med de största författarnas erfarenhet och reflektion. Var och en av dem ger dig eftertanke, ökar dina kreativa krafter och ger dig en ny förståelse av skapelsens handling ur en konstnärlig och filosofisk synvinkel.

Intelligens och skicklighet är aldrig tråkigt. Vi har valt 500 citat från de skickligaste författarna någonsin, från Oscar Wilde till Groucho Marx, George Bernard Shaw, Albert Einstein med hjälp av Woody Allen. Njut av dessa humorpärlor för att lysa upp din dag med ett gott skratt, upptäck ovärderliga kommentarer och skämt att överraska dina vänner och fiender med och skaka hand med de största sinnen. Dessa 500 citat är bland de roligaste och djupaste, från smarta kommentarer till otroligt eleganta ordlekar; låt dem inspirera dig, och kan du komma med många fler.

Bli bekant med stora författare från hela världen genom ett noggrant urval av 500 citat som introducerar deras idéer och avgränsar strukturen i deras arbete med tydlighet. Upptäck nya aspekter eller fördjupa dig i tankarna hos Miguel de Cervantes, William Shakespeare, Marcel Proust, Anton Chekov, Oscar Wilde, för att utöka ditt sinne och kunskap om vår kultur.

Oscar Wilde är ihågkommen som en av de roligaste sinnen någonsin, tack vare hans provokativa stil och humor. På 1890-talet, han är en av Londons mest populära dramatiker; Hans stora verk är Mister Ernest och den mörka och fantastiska Dorian Grays porträtt. Hans skrifter entwine temat skönhet, dekadens och dubbelspel, vilket gör honom mer än en färgglad provokatör i det viktorianska samhället. Detta skulle så småningom leda till en mycket offentlig rättegång efter att han anklagades för sodomi.

Dive into Oscar Wildes captivating exploration of individuality and artistic freedom in Soul of Man. Originally published as The Soul of Man Under Socialism, this work transcends conventional political analysis, presenting a vibrant manifesto advocating for the Individual. Wilde argues that socialism, by harnessing technology, liberates humanity from the shackles of soul-crushing labor, allowing the State to fade away and paving the way for a joyful, anarchic hedonism. He provocatively asks, Is this Utopian? and asserts that a world map without Utopia is incomplete, as it neglects the one ...

In the opulent world of late 1800s London, Dorian Gray, a young man of immense wealth and charm, encounters the intriguing Lord Henry Wotton while having his portrait painted by the talented Basil Hallward. Upon seeing the completed artwork, Dorian is struck by the thought that the painting will forever retain his youthful beauty, while he himself will succumb to the ravages of time. In a moment of reckless desire, he wishes for the opposite to occur. What unfolds is a profound exploration of morality, the allure of self-indulgence, and the vital importance of taking personal responsibility ...

In the pursuit of our desires, we often uncover the deepest curses. This tale follows a fisherman who, upon accidentally ensnaring a mermaid in his net, finds himself enchanted by her beauty and vows to marry her. However, she reveals that the only way to attain her love is to part with his soul. Guided by a witch, the fisherman learns how to sever this bond, but his soul, now free, seeks to reclaim its place through cunning persuasion. As it spins tales of a mesmerizing dancer nearby, the fisherman is drawn back to a dark reality—his soulless essence has turned malevolent. Beware of what ...

Dive into the wit and wisdom of Oscar Wilde, who in 1894 unveiled two remarkable collections of aphorisms A Few Maxims For The Instruction Of The Over-Educated, published in the Saturday Review, and Phrases and Philosophies for the Use of the Young, featured in The Chameleon, an Oxford student magazine. These collections are a delightful blend of humor, intellect, and paradox, encapsulating Wildes signature style. Since then, numerous compilations of his aphorisms have emerged, echoing his enduring influence and sharp insights. Join us as we explore the profound and playful reflections of one ...

Familiarícese con los escritores más importantes del siglo XX a través de una cuidadosa selección de 600 citas que introducen sus principales ideas y delinean la estructura de su trabajo con claridad. Descubra nuevos aspectos o profundice en los pensamientos de Ana Frank, Antoine de Saint Exupéry, Khalil Gibran, Oscar Wilde, Stefan Zweig, Winston Churchill, para expandir su mente y conocimiento sobre nuestra cultura.

Oscar Wilde es recordado como una de las mentes más ingeniosas, gracias a su estilo y humor provocativo. En la década de 1890, fue uno de los dramaturgos más populares de Londres; sus obras maestras son The Importance of Being Earnest y la oscura y fantástica Picture of Dorian Gray. Sus escritos entrelazan temas de belleza, decadencia y duplicidad, lo que lo convirtió en un más que colorido agente provocador en la sociedad victoriana. Esto llevaría eventualmente a un juicio muy público después de ser acusado de sodomía.