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The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde: Novel, Short Stories, Poetry, Essays and Plays

The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde is a definitive compilation of the author's extensive and varied writings. It encompasses his most renowned novels, such as "The Picture of Dorian Gray" and "Lady Windermere's Fan", as well as a selection of his short stories, poetry, essays, and plays. This collection provides a comprehensive view of Wilde's literary genius and his influence on Victorian literature. 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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“This was the kiss I had waited for so long - a kiss born by the river of our childhood, when we didn't yet know what love meant. A kiss that had been suspended in the air as we grew, that had traveled in the world in the sovenier of a medal, and that had remained hidden behind piles of books. A kiss that had been lost and now was found. In the moment of that kiss were years of searching, disillusionment and impossible dreams.”