Las máscaras, vol. 2/2 by Ramón Pérez de Ayala
"Las máscaras, vol. 2/2" by Ramón Pérez de Ayala is a philosophical essay and literary critique written in the early 20th century. The text examines the complexities of human nature and societal roles through a cultural lens, particularly reflecting on the life and works of Oscar Wilde. The exploration dives deep into the themes of contradiction, vanity, and the nature of art, likely presenting a nuanced view of the personalities involved, especiallyWilde. The opening of this work introduces a detailed analysis of the concept of the "spoiled baby," a metaphor for individuals who have been overly pampered and have consequently developed a sense of superiority and entitlement. Pérez de Ayala articulates the psychological implications of this condition, likening it to Wilde himself, who, despite his genius, fell into contradictions and excesses. The text reflects on Wilde’s experiences, particularly his downfall, presenting his artistic endeavors in the context of societal views of morality and the complicated dynamics of personal identity and creative expression. This initial portion sets the stage for a broader discussion on the interplay between art, life, and moral implications within society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Pérez de Ayala, Ramón, 1880-1962 |
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| Title | Las máscaras, vol. 2/2 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 50.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Drama -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49418 |
| Release Date | Jul 12, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 182 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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