A Woman of No Importance
29 Installments—Entirely free
(Preview)
Members' Rating: 
from 1 Rating
ISBN:1406943924
Wilde takes aim at the ladies and well-dressed dandies of England's upper crust, and as always, his satirical jabs make for a dazzling display of witty repartee.
Back to top
About the Author
Born into a well-to-do Irish family, Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was smart and spirited from his earliest days. His mother a noted poet, Oscar grew up in a cultured world, full of fascinating personalities. In college, Wilde became the poster-boy for aestheticism, a glamorous, pleasure-seeking movement then at the height of fashion. Going on to enjoy a successful career as a poet, playwright, novelist, and lecturer, Wilde would be an icon for the rest of his life. However, his bold and unconventional choices would later bring him face to face with the strict moral code of Victorian society. While married, Wilde embarked on a passionate homosexual affair with Lord Alfred Douglas. Douglas's family, enraged at this relationship, attempted to expose Wilde for what they considered an unforgivable lifestyle. When their battle went to court, Wilde was ultimately convicted and sent to prison for indecency. After this debilitating experience, Wilde left to spend his last years in Paris. Although Wilde was condemned in his day for who he was, his writing and personal courage have restored him to a place of honor among writers. Among his many titles, Wilde is well known for such works as The Picture of Dorian Grey, The Importance of Being Earnest, De Profundis, and The Ballad of Reading Gaol.
Like this author? Check out the list of books by this author available on DailyLit.
Back to topOpening Lines (Experimental)
Mr. Kelvil, M.P.
The Ven. Archdeacon Daubeny, D.D.
ACT I. The Terrace at Hunstanton Chase.
ACT II. The Drawing-room at Hunstanton Chase.
ACT III. The Hall at Hunstanton Chase.
ACT IV. Sitting-room in Mrs. Arbuthnot's House at Wrockley.
TIME: The Present. PLACE: The Shires.
The action of ...
Ratings for 'A Woman of No Importance' by Wilde, Oscar
| shinysocks | | 2008-09-08 |
A Woman of No Importance
Send 29 installments for free as a gift.
A Woman of No Importance
Receive installments for free
