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The Life of Oscar Wilde

by Robert Sherard

Oscar Wilde was a brilliant writer, a charismatic wit, and a flamboyant personality. But his life was also marked by tragedy and scandal. This biography by Robert Sherard tells the full story of Wilde's life, from his early success to his downfall and imprisonment. The Life of Oscar Wilde is a comprehensive and sympathetic biography of the Irish writer and poet. Sherard, who was a close friend of Wilde, provides a unique and insightful perspective on the writer's life. The book covers Wilde's early years, his education at Oxford, his rise to fame as a writer and playwright, his scandalous affair with Lord Alfred Douglas, and his eventual downfall and imprisonment. Sherard also discusses Wilde's philosophy and his impact on modern culture. The Life of Oscar Wilde is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most fascinating figures of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It is a well-written and informative biography that provides a balanced and nuanced portrait of Wilde.

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English

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English

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1906

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Robert Harborough Sherard (3 December 1861 – 30 January 1943) was an English writer and journalist. He was born in London, England, and was educated at Eton College and Trinity College, Cambridge. Aft...

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