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Oscar Wilde / Hs Portrait
OSCAR WILDE - Irish playwright, author and celebrity
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1856 Celebrity Oscar Playwright Wilde
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Oscar Wilde: A Visionary Irish Wit and Literary Genius This portrait captures the essence of Oscar Wilde (1856-1900), an Irish playwright, author, and celebrated figure of the late Victorian era. Known for his biting wit, flamboyant style, and provocative ideas, Wilde left an indelible mark on literature and culture. Born in Dublin, Ireland, Wilde studied at Trinity College in Dublin and Magdalen College, Oxford. He began his literary career as a journalist and critic, penning insightful reviews and essays for various publications. However, it was his plays, which combined social commentary, satire, and dazzling dialogue, that brought him international acclaim. Some of Wilde's most famous works include "Lady Windermere's Fan," "An Ideal Husband," and "The Importance of Being Earnest." These plays, which tackled topics such as morality, marriage, and social class, were scandalous in their time but are now considered classics of the English stage. Wilde's personal life was as intriguing as his work. He was known for his extravagant dress, his love of aestheticism, and his relationships with men. In 1895, Wilde was prosecuted for "gross indecency" and sentenced to two years' hard labor. The trial, which made headlines around the world, ruined Wilde's reputation and led to a decline in his health and fortunes. Despite the hardships he faced, Wilde continued to write and to inspire. His last work, "The Ballad of Reading Gaol," was a powerful reflection on the human condition and the cruelty of the penal system. Wilde died in Paris in 1900, but his legacy as a visionary writer and a symbol of artistic and personal freedom endures to this day.
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