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By analyzing the dialogues between characters in Oscar Wilde's novel "The Picture of Dorian Gray", this paper explores the disappointment of British society towards capitalism in the late 19th century. The article points out that despite the rapid development of the British economy, the working class still lives in poverty. Engels' works revealed the plight of the working class, and movements such as New Trade Union, Social Democratic League, and socialist ideology had a widespread impact on British society in the late Victorian era. Under the influence of his friends Morris and George Bernard Shaw, Wilde participated in the socialist movement in England and proposed the idea of individualism through the abolition of private property and the replacement of competition with cooperation in his article "The Soul of Man in the Socialist System". He believes that individualism is the ultimate goal of socialism, and art is an important way to achieve individualism. Wilde regarded art as an effective means of resisting the turmoil and despair of capitalist society, emphasizing the purity of art and the importance of individualism in artistic creation. Literary critic Eagleton believes that Wilde's political stance leans more towards anarchism than socialism. Although Wilde's understanding of socialism has limitations, his views still have certain positive significance in combating capitalist social problems, challenging capitalist ideology through artistic means, and reshaping human souls.

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In depth exploration of the connection between individualism, art, and Irish culture expressed by Oscar Wilde in "The Soul of Man under Socialism". Wilde believed through his communication with Grant Allen that Allen's article "The Celts in English Art" could supplement and strengthen his own views. Allen praised Wilde's works and believed that they embodied the Celtic spirit and challenged the cultural authority of Victorian era England.

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In depth exploration of the complex relationship between individualism, art, and Irish nationalism expressed by Oscar Wilde in "The Soul of Man under Socialism". Wilde emphasized the importance of imagination in art criticism through two articles, "The Critic as an Artist" and "Socialism," and criticized the negative impact of public opinion and newspapers on art and politics. He paid special attention to the Irish autonomy movement led by Charles Parnell, as well as Wilde's political stance and actions as an Irish autonomy advocate.