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The Decay of Lying

The Decay of Lying

by Oscar Wilde

4.9 (11,679 ratings) 1h 48m English
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About the Book

The Decay of Lying is a philosophical essay by Oscar Wilde that explores the nature of art and the relationship between reality and imagination. Through a dialogue between two characters, Wilde argues that lying is an essential part of artistic creation and that truth can often be a hindrance to creativity. The work challenges conventional notions of truth and encourages readers to embrace the beauty of fiction.

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The Decay of Lying is a philosophical essay by Oscar Wilde that explores the nature of art and the relationship between reality and imagination. Through a dialo

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"The Decay of Lying" was written by Oscar Wilde.

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The "The Decay of Lying" audiobook runs about 1h 48m.