Decadence and Other Essays on the Culture of Ideas - Gourmont, Remy De
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Decadence and Other Essays on the Culture of Ideas is a collection of essays by the novelist, poet, and literary critic Remy de Gourmont. An uncompromising free-thinker, his analytical intelligence is brought to bear on an wide range of topics: the cornerstone of his literary criticism, "The Disassociation of Ideas" is included here along with "Glory and the Idea of Immortality", "Success and the Idea of Beauty", "The Value of Education", "Stéphane Mallarmé and the Idea of Decadence", and more.

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Decadence and Other Essays on the Culture of Ideas is a collection of essays by the novelist, poet, and literary critic Remy de Gourmont. An uncompromising free-thinker, his analytical intelligence is brought to bear on an wide range of topics: the cornerstone of his literary criticism, "The Disassociation of Ideas" is included here along with "Glory and the Idea of Immortality", "Success and the Idea of Beauty", "The Value of Education", "Stéphane Mallarmé and the Idea of Decadence", and more.
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Gourmont was a significant figure in the Symbolist movement, which sought to evoke emotions and ideas through suggestive and metaphorical language. His works often explore themes of art, literature, and the human condition. Gourmont's notable works include his novels such as "Le Latin Mystique" (1899) and Le Fantaisies du docteur (1906), as well as his critical essays and poetry. His writings are characterized by their exploration of aesthetics and the nature of art. Gourmont's writing often employs rich symbolism and metaphor. He uses evocative language to create layered meanings and explore abstract concepts, focusing more on suggestion than on direct description. Gourmont's work had a lasting impact on French literature and criticism. His ideas about the nature of art and literature influenced subsequent literary movements and writers. Gourmont experimented with narrative forms and structures. His works sometimes incorporate unconventional storytelling techniques, reflecting his interest in exploring new literary possibilities and he had a keen interest in the nature of language and its role in artistic expression. His writing often delves into the nuances of language, exploring how words and their meanings can shape and convey complex emotional and intellectual experiences. His prose was noted for its elegance and precision and carefully crafts his sentences to achieve a specific rhythm and tone.