Shorter Prose Pieces (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789375554783)

Shorter prose pieces gathers a range of reflections that reveal the author's sharp eye for style, society, and the contradictions that shape everyday life. The collection moves through observations on appearance, behavior, and artistic values, using playful reasoning to expose the pressures people accept in the pursuit of beauty and status. The opening essays consider how fashion encourages exaggerated habits, turning ordinary routines into elaborate performances driven by social approval. Through concise and often ironic statements, the pieces explore the tension between outward display and inner sincerity, suggesting that many conventions exist more for image than for comfort or meaning. Other writings turn toward art, youth, and personal expression, presenting brief but pointed ideas that challenge assumptions about culture and individuality. Together, these prose pieces highlight the author's ability to blend elegance with critique, inviting readers to reconsider the beliefs they adopt and the roles they play. The collection stands as a meditation on authenticity, self-awareness, and the delicate balance between aesthetic pleasure and personal truth.

Author: Oscar Wilde
ISBN-10: 9375554783
ISBN-13: 9789375554783
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Language: English
Published: 11/01/2025
Pages: 38
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.12lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.09d