“Only people who look dull ever get into the House of Commons, and only people who are dull ever succeed there.”
Quote by Oscar Wilde
Work
Collected Works of Oscar Wilde: The Plays, the Poems, the Stories and the Essays Including De Profundis
The Collected Works of Oscar Wilde is a definitive compilation of the renowned author's writings. It features a diverse array of Wilde's creative output, showcasing his talent across various literary genres. The collection includes his plays such as "The Importance of Being Earnest" and "Lady Windermere's Fan", his poetic works, short stories, and a selection of his essays, with a special inclusion of the poignant letter De Profundis, which he wrote from prison. 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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Source: 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
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Source: The Importance of Being Earnest: Revised Edition
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Source: The Wit and Wisdom of Oscar Wilde
“Vulgarity is simply the conduct of other people.”
Source: 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
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“If art is to have a special train, the critic must keep some seats reserved on it.”
Source: The Artist as Critic: Critical Writings of Oscar Wilde