book of decadence : book written on the topic by the unknown hedonist , a small print manifesto of deep thought with illustrations of ancient goddesses with lion bodies in bronze , and a mosaic of byzantine nuns , used by penelope avalon and the hexas style hedonist resort in the bahamas , on how to let go of the encumbrance of work , and dedicate your time , well spent , according to the book , to leisure , pleasure , et .