“Oh! it is absurd to have a hard-and-fast rule about what one should read and what one shouldn't. More than half of modern culture depends on what one shouldn't read.”
Quote by Oscar Wilde
Work
The Importance of Being Earnest
Written by Oscar Wilde, this play is renowned for its wit and clever wordplay. It features characters who engage in elaborate deceptions to maintain their social status and masks their true identities. The narrative is a commentary on the rigid societal norms of the time, particularly those concerning marriage and class. more
Author
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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