Publisher's Synopsis
Essays on Joseph Conrad and Oscar Wilde is a collection of critical essays written by John Cowper Powys, a British philosopher, lecturer, and writer. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part comprising essays on Joseph Conrad, a Polish-British writer known for his novels such as Heart of Darkness and Lord Jim. The essays in this section explore Conrad's literary techniques, themes, and characters, as well as his views on imperialism and colonialism.The second part of the book contains essays on Oscar Wilde, an Irish playwright, novelist, and poet known for his works such as The Picture of Dorian Gray and The Importance of Being Earnest. In this section, Powys examines Wilde's literary style, his critique of Victorian society, and his views on art and aesthetics.Overall, Essays on Joseph Conrad and Oscar Wilde provides a comprehensive analysis of the literary works of two prominent writers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Powys' critical insights and interpretations offer readers a deeper understanding of Conrad's and Wilde's contributions to English literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
