The Life Of Oscar Wilde - Robert Harborough Sherard - Bog

The Life of Oscar Wilde by Robert Harborough Sherard is a comprehensive biography of the famous Irish playwright, poet, and novelist. The book covers Wilde's early years, his education at Trinity College in Dublin, and his move to London where he became a prominent figure in the literary and social scene of the late 19th century.Sherard provides a detailed account of Wilde's personal life, including his marriage to Constance Lloyd and his affairs with various men, which ultimately led to his downfall and imprisonment for homosexuality. The book also explores Wilde's literary works, including his plays such as The Importance of Being Earnest and Salome, as well as his poetry and novels.In addition to chronicling Wilde's life and career, Sherard offers insights into the cultural and social context of the time, discussing the Victorian era's attitudes towards sexuality and the role of art in society. The Life of Oscar Wilde is a fascinating and informative biography that sheds light on one of the most celebrated and controversial figures in literary history.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.