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Oscar Wilde: A Companion

Oscar Wilde: A Companion

by Marcovitch, Heather
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The author of short stories, children's literature, philosophical essays, plays, and The Picture of Dorian Gray, Oscar Wilde was one of the central literary figures of the late Victorian period whose influence stretches to the present day. This volume--the first comprehensive companion to Wilde's life and writings to be published in nearly 30 years--offers interpretations of both major and lesser-known works; discussions of literary, theater, and film adaptations of his works; and explorations of Wilde's engagement with contemporary social, political, and philosophical movements and the women in his life. A biographical essay examines Wilde's trial and imprisonment for gross indecency, illuminating social and historical contexts as well as the role of his friends and family in his decision to stand trial. Surveying recent scholarship on Wilde's writings, the book presents a range of critical approaches that help shape modern understandings of his work, life, and cultural significance.

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Pub dateApr 1, 2026
ISBN-101476688699
ISBN-139781476688695
LanguageEnglish
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