Publisher's Synopsis
Wilde V. Whistler: Being An Acrimonious Correspondence On Art Between Oscar Wilde And James A. McNeill Whistler (1906) is a book that compiles a series of heated letters exchanged between Oscar Wilde and James A. McNeill Whistler, two prominent figures in the art world of the late 19th century. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the personalities and artistic philosophies of these two men, who had a contentious relationship that played out in the public eye.The letters cover a range of topics related to art, including the role of beauty, the importance of individuality in artistic expression, and the value of art for its own sake versus its commercial potential. The correspondence is marked by a sharp wit and biting sarcasm, as both Wilde and Whistler were known for their acerbic tongues.Despite the acrimony of their exchanges, the letters also reveal a deep respect and admiration between the two men, as well as a shared passion for art and its transformative power. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art and the personalities that shaped it.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.
