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Decadent Culture in the United States
Art and Literature Against the American Grain, 1890-1926
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Exploring the complexities of the American decadent movement, this work delves into its paradoxes during the vibrant periods of the 1890s and 1920s. It examines the interplay between artistic expression and societal norms, highlighting how decadence challenged conventional values while reflecting broader cultural shifts. Through analysis of key figures and works, the book reveals the movement's impact on literature and art, showcasing its dual role as both a critique of and an escape from the prevailing moral landscape of the time.
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Decadent Culture in the United States, David Weir
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- 2007
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- Title
- Decadent Culture in the United States
- Subtitle
- Art and Literature Against the American Grain, 1890-1926
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Weir
- Publisher
- State University of New York Press
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 256
- ISBN13
- 9780791472774
- Category
- Art / Culture, About Literature, History, Maps and Travel, World history
- Description
- Exploring the complexities of the American decadent movement, this work delves into its paradoxes during the vibrant periods of the 1890s and 1920s. It examines the interplay between artistic expression and societal norms, highlighting how decadence challenged conventional values while reflecting broader cultural shifts. Through analysis of key figures and works, the book reveals the movement's impact on literature and art, showcasing its dual role as both a critique of and an escape from the prevailing moral landscape of the time.