Decadence and Other Essays on the Culture of Ideas

by Remy de Gourmont

Language: English

Published: 1921-01-01. 57,043 Words.

Categories: Non-Fiction » Philosophy

Content Rating: Older than 17

A bold essay collection probes art and culture, championing free thought over rigid norms. Exploring decadence as evolution, it reflects on immortality, beauty, education, women’s linguistic power, and Mallarmé’s symbolism. With lyrical depth, it unveils creativity’s subconscious roots, urging readers to embrace individualism amid society’s fraying certainties.