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- In Memoriam, De Profundis

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Oscar Wilde: In Memoriam, De Profundis is a book written by Andre Gide as a tribute to the famous Irish playwright and author, Oscar Wilde. The book is divided into two parts, the first being a eulogy of Wilde, and the second being a translation of Wilde's famous letter to his former lover, Lord Alfred Douglas, known as De Profundis.In the first part of the book, Gide reflects on Wilde's life and career, discussing his literary achievements and his personal struggles. Gide also explores the public's reaction to Wilde's trial and imprisonment for homosexuality, and the impact it had on his life and reputation.The second part of the book, De Profundis, is a deeply personal letter written by Wilde during his imprisonment, in which he reflects on his life, his relationship with Douglas, and his spiritual journey. Gide's translation of the letter captures the emotional intensity and introspection of Wilde's writing, providing readers with a powerful insight into the mind of one of the greatest writers of the Victorian era.Overall, Oscar Wilde: In Memoriam, De Profundis is a moving tribute to Wilde's life and legacy, written by one of his most devoted admirers. It offers readers a unique perspective on Wilde's personal and professional struggles, and the enduring impact of his work on literature and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781104843915
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 110
  • Udgivet:
  • 23. juli 2009
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x10 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 336 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 12. december 2024
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Oscar Wilde: In Memoriam, De Profundis is a book written by Andre Gide as a tribute to the famous Irish playwright and author, Oscar Wilde. The book is divided into two parts, the first being a eulogy of Wilde, and the second being a translation of Wilde's famous letter to his former lover, Lord Alfred Douglas, known as De Profundis.In the first part of the book, Gide reflects on Wilde's life and career, discussing his literary achievements and his personal struggles. Gide also explores the public's reaction to Wilde's trial and imprisonment for homosexuality, and the impact it had on his life and reputation.The second part of the book, De Profundis, is a deeply personal letter written by Wilde during his imprisonment, in which he reflects on his life, his relationship with Douglas, and his spiritual journey. Gide's translation of the letter captures the emotional intensity and introspection of Wilde's writing, providing readers with a powerful insight into the mind of one of the greatest writers of the Victorian era.Overall, Oscar Wilde: In Memoriam, De Profundis is a moving tribute to Wilde's life and legacy, written by one of his most devoted admirers. It offers readers a unique perspective on Wilde's personal and professional struggles, and the enduring impact of his work on literature and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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