Oscar Wilde, His Life and Confessions. Volume 1 (of 2) (Paperback)
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Editorial: Bundy Books, 2026
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Paperback. is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The narra tive delves into the life and experiences of the celebrated playwrightandpoet Oscar Wilde, exploring the complexities of his character and the events that led to his eventual downfall. The opening of the book sets the stage by re countinga scandalous trial involving Wilde's father, Sir William Wilde. The dramatic courtroom proceedings not only captivate Dublin society but also provide insight into the family dynamics and social environment in which Oscarwasraised. Asthenarrativeprogresses, ithighlightsOscar'searlyyears, from his childhood in Dublin and schooling experiences to his literary aspi rations at Trinity College and Oxford. Through vivid anecdotes and reflec tive passages, Harris paints a portrait of Wilde as an exceptional thinker and artist, foreshadowing the brilliance and tragedies that would later define his public legacy on the 12th of December,1864, Dublinsocietywasabuzzwithexcitement. A tidbit of scandal which had long been rolled on the tongue in semi privacy was to be discussed in open court, and all women and a good many menwere agog with curiosity and expectation. The story itself was highly spiced and all the actors in it well known. Afamousdoctorandoculist, recentlyknightedforhisachievements, wasthe real defendant. He was married to a womanwithagreat literary reputation as a poet and writer who was idolized by the populace for her passionate advocacy of Ireland's claim to self-government; "Speranza" was regarded by the Irish people as a sort of Irish Muse. The young lady bringing the action was the daughter of the professor of medical jurisprudence at Trinity College, who was also the chief at Marsh's library. It was said that this Miss Travers, a pretty girl just out of her teens, had been seduced by Dr. Sir William Wilde while under his care as a patient. Some went so far as to say that chloroform had been used, and that the girl had been violated This sweeping biography traces the ascent of a brilliant literary icon, beginning with a scandalous family trial that unmasks the turbulent social world of his youth. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…
N° de ref. del artículo 9798240853784
- Título
- Oscar Wilde, His Life and Confessions. Volume 1 (of 2) (Paperback)
- Autor
- Frank Harris
- Editorial
- Bundy Books
- Año de publicación
- 2026
- Estado
- new
- Encuadernación
- Paperback
- Idioma
- inglés
- ISBN 13
- 9798240853784
is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The narra tive delves into the life and experiences of the celebrated playwrightandpoet Oscar Wilde, exploring the complexities of his character and the events that led to his eventual downfall. The opening of the book sets the stage by re countinga scandalous trial involving Wilde's father, Sir William Wilde. The dramatic courtroom proceedings not only captivate Dublin society but also provide insight into the family dynamics and social environment in which Oscarwasraised. Asthenarrativeprogresses, ithighlightsOscar'searlyyears, from his childhood in Dublin and schooling experiences to his literary aspi rations at Trinity College and Oxford. Through vivid anecdotes and reflec tive passages, Harris paints a portrait of Wilde as an exceptional thinker and artist, foreshadowing the brilliance and tragedies that would later define his public legacy on the 12th of December,1864, Dublinsocietywasabuzzwithexcitement. A tidbit of scandal which had long been rolled on the tongue in semi privacy was to be discussed in open court, and all women and a good many menwere agog with curiosity and expectation. The story itself was highly spiced and all the actors in it well known. Afamousdoctorandoculist, recentlyknightedforhisachievements, wasthe real defendant. He was married to a womanwithagreat literary reputation as a poet and writer who was idolized by the populace for her passionate advocacy of Ireland's claim to self-government; "Speranza" was regarded by the Irish people as a sort of Irish Muse. The young lady bringing the action was the daughter of the professor of medical jurisprudence at Trinity College, who was also the chief at Marsh's library. It was said that this Miss Travers, a pretty girl just out of her teens, had been seduced by Dr. Sir William Wilde while under his care as a patient. Some went so far as to say that chloroform had been used, and that the girl had been violated
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