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Work

The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays: Lady Windermere's Fan; Salome; A Woman of No Importance; An Ideal Husband; The Importance of Being Earnest

This comprehensive collection brings together a selection of Oscar Wilde's most celebrated plays. It includes 'The Importance of Being Earnest,' a comedy of manners that explores themes of identity and deception, and 'Lady Windermere's Fan,' which delves into the complexities of Victorian society. The volume also features 'Salome,' a dramatic retelling of the biblical story, 'A Woman of No Importance,' a commentary on the role of women in society, and 'An Ideal Husband,' a satirical look at political corruption. more

Author

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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