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The critical essays in this collection showcase Oscar Wilde's aesthetic philosophy and his sharp wit, reflecting his transformation into an anarchist thinker after his prison experience. With works like "The Decay of Lying" and "The Critic as Artist," Wilde challenges conventional views on art and truth, laying the groundwork for Modernist thought in literature and art. First published in 1891, these essays not only highlight his literary prowess but also his profound insights into the nature of creativity and criticism.