Oscar Wilde
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"An Ideal Husband" explores the intricacies of morality, marriage, and political intrigue as Sir Robert Chiltern faces the consequences of a past indiscretion while navigating the demands of public life and personal integrity.
"The Happy Prince & Other Stories" is a collection of whimsical yet poignant tales that delve into themes of sacrifice, compassion, and the nature of beauty, epitomized by the selfless acts of the golden statue of the Happy...
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Em "O Crime de Lord Arthur Savile', o protagonista é apresentado por Lady Windermere ao Sr. R. Septimus Podgers, um quiromante, que lhe lê a mão e lhe diz que no futuro ele será um assassino. Lorde Arthur quer casar, mas decide que não tem o direito de fazê-lo até ter cometido o assassinato. Começa por tentar assassinar a sua tia Clementina. Fingindo que é um mero comprimido, Lord Arthur dá-lhe uma cápsula de veneno que ela deverá tomar...
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"The Greatest Works of Oscar Wilde" takes you on a tour through the creativity of Oscar Wilde. Classics in this collection include "An Ideal Husband," "Lady Windermere's Fan," "The Canterville Ghost," "A Woman of No Importance," "A House of Pomegranates," "The Picture of Dorian Grey," and "The Happy Prince & Other Tales." In this collection, Wilde's wit, social satire, and storytelling mastery show through, providing readers with a view into the complexity...
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Lady Windermere's Fan, A Play About a Good Woman is a four-act comedy by Oscar Wilde, first produced 22 February 1892 at the St James's Theatre in London. The play was first published in 1893. Like many of Wilde's comedies, it bitingly satirizes the morals of Victorian society, particularly marriage. The story concerns Lady Windermere, who discovers that her husband may be having an affair with another woman. She confronts her husband but he instead...
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The wonderful Stephen Fry reads more stories by Oscar Wilde. The Model Millionaire, The Star Child and The Birthday of the Infanta Immerse yourself in a world where the wonderful Stephen Fry reads some of the more memorable short stories of our time. Stephen's voice takes you into a different kind of listening experience, enabling you to imagine narrative, settings, animals and people with vivid colour and meaning. Enjoy the work of one of the most...
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The first memoir by the poet Lord Alfred 'Bosie' Douglas was written 14 years after the death of Oscar Wilde and in the aftermath of Douglas's failed prosecution of Arthur Ransome for libel. Ransome, in his 'Oscar Wilde, a Critical Study,' had quoted from the expurgated portions of Wilde's prison letter to Douglas, 'De Profundis', which was highly critical of his former friend and lover. Having failed to convince a jury that he had been libeled, Douglas...
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In the late 19th century, Oscar Wilde, a flamboyant and renowned playwright and poet, was at the height of his success. His wit and charm captivated audiences, and his works such as "The Picture of Dorian Gray" and "The Importance of Being Earnest" were celebrated for their brilliance. However, Wilde's life took a dramatic turn when his personal life came under scrutiny.
"The Trial of Oscar Wilde" unravels against the backdrop of Victorian England,...
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Prepare to be captivated by a literary tapestry woven with the finest threads of imagination and wit. Short Story Collection Vol. 086 (Unabridged) is a treasure trove of timeless tales that will transport you to realms of wonder, intrigue, and profound human experience. From the whimsical musings of Oscar Wilde to the haunting prose of Edgar Allan Poe, this anthology showcases the brilliance of literary masters. Each story is a masterpiece, a testament...
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The Picture of Dorian Gray is widely considered to be one of the great classics in contemporary Western literature. Dorian Gray, the subject of artist Basil Hallward's painting becomes obsessed with his own vanity, adopts a brand of hedonism that ultimately leads to his own misery and demise. An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring Steve Juergens, Jim Ortlieb, Colleen Crimmins, Roger Mueller, Thomas Carroll, Paulin Brailsford, Rush...