Ralph Adams Cram's 'The Decadent: Being the Gospel of Inaction' is a groundbreaking work in the Decadent literary movement, exploring themes of aestheticism, ennui, and the rejection of societal norms. Cram's poetic and lush prose style reflects the decadent ideals of beauty and pleasure, while also critiquing the materialistic culture of the late 19th century. The book's thematic depth and intric...