This collection probes the evolution of Wyndham Lewis's thought on art and culture across six decades. The book gathers Lewis's critical writings, tracing his engagement with artistic movements and intellectual currents from the Vorticist manifestos of 'Blast' through his experiences in World War I, the interwar period, and his later reflections. It examines his critiques of modernism, his theories on perception, and his engagement with the visual and literary arts of his time.

This collection offers a comprehensive overview of Wyndham Lewis's significant contributions to art criticism and theory. The organization into distinct chronological parts allows readers to trace the development of his ideas and their context within major historical and artistic movements. The inclusion of texts from 'Blast' to his later works provides a rich resource for understanding his complex and often controversial perspectives on modern art and culture.