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The Importance of Being Earnest: Revised Edition

This revised edition of Oscar Wilde's renowned play explores themes of deception and social satire, featuring the characters Jack, Algernon, and Gwendolen, amidst the backdrop of 19th-century English society. more

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Oscar Wilde
Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde, born on October 16, 1854, in Ireland, and died on November 30, 1900, was a renowned Irish writer, playwright, and poet. His works are known for their wit, satire, and unique style, with notable works including 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' and 'Lady Windermere's Fan'. more

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