Decadence.

I read a story in another gem in the Penguin 70 series called Noise by my new favourite writer, Hari Kunzru, specifically a story called Memories of the Decadence.

I tried to read it out loud a few times, recording it for you, dear reader, to listen to. I need a little more practice, and then perhaps I'll link to it.

Luckily, Hari has posted the full text online, which I thoroughly recommend that you read.