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The Remarkable Rocket is a morality tale, cloaked in fairy-tale magic. It focuses on a firework, who is too full of himself for his own good. His bravado and boasts are put to the test, as the wedding ceremony hes due to perform at draws nearer. Even the presence of another, possibly more arrogant, character doesnt seem to make a dent in his vanity. The Remarkable Rocket is beautifully-written tale, leaving the reader in no doubt as to the message the author is putting across. Perfect for children and the young at heart.

Inspiring two films (the latest featuring Emmerdales Conner Chapman, and Shameless star, Sean Gilder), The Selfish Giant is a classic childrens fairytale from the pen of Oscar Wilde. While he might be better known for his biting wit and cynical observations, this story is both beautiful and timeless. It centres around a giant, who builds a wall around his garden in order to keep children out. As a result, his garden is frozen in perpetual winter. However, a young boy has hidden himself away there and gives the giant a chance to redeem himself. Touching and wonderfully written, this is an ideal read for children and the young at heart.

Ravenna is one of Wildes earliest poems, written while he was a student at Oxford in the 1870s. He submitted it as an entry for the Newdigate Prize, in which the subject for a poem was already set. As chance would have it, Wilde had already visited Ravenna in the previous year and had already begun work on a poem, celebrating the "much-loved city." Needless to say, Wilde won the Newdigate Prize, despite submitting his entry anonymously. A wonderful example of the poet at his most lyrical, Ravenna was constructively criticised by the colleges Professor of Poetry. Wilde, of course, ignored him and the poem remains as he originally wrote it.

If youre looking to learn a little more about Wilde the man, as apposed to Wilde the persona, Miscellanies is the place to start. A collection of writings, lectures, letters, and reviews, it shows the more vulnerable side of the writer. His thoughts on everything from art and fashion to Americans and poetry are peppered with his trademark, acidic wit, yet reveal a more thoughtful aspect than was shown to the public. A fascinating read for those who want to get to know Wilde that much better.

Theres been a long-standing argument in literary circles, surrounding Shakespeares sonnets. The works are dedicated to Mr W.H. and academics have debated as to who this elusive figure might be. Some have even gone as far as to suggest that the initials stand for Willian Himself.The Portrait of Mr W.H. sees Wilde give these sonnets a witty and wry autopsy, poring through them to find the identity of this shadowy dedicatee. However, this is a speculative fiction rather than an academic exercise, and Wilde creates a superb story in which a young actor might give a clue as to who Mr W.H. actually was. Ideal for fans of Shakespeare and Wilde, alike.

While Wilde might be better known for acidic and satirical comedies, such as The Importance of being Earnest, and Lay Windemeres Fan, his first outing as a playwright was in the realms of tragedy. Set in Russia, Vera; or, The Nihilists follows the eponymous Vera on her journey from barmaid, to joining terrorist group, The Nihilists, and becoming their top assassin. Inspired by real-life events, Wildes play explores the idea that full commitment to an ideology can dehumanise almost anyone. While considered a tragedy, and with more than a whiff of Shakespeares Macbeth about it, Vera; or, The Nihilists is peppered with the playwrights trademark wit and caustic cynicism. A superb read for those who enjoyed the TV-Series Killing Eve starring Jodie Comer and want to see how it all began for one of the 19th Centurys most famous and infamous - writers.

A masterclass in the manipulation of the English language Poems in Prose is a collection of six poems, from the pen of one of the worlds most celebrated writers. Delving into themes such as art, Christianity, vanity, sin, and love, Wilde flexes his literary muscles to create six works of enduring beauty and profound insight. The only poems published during his lifetime, this is a superb collection for those who want to see behind the wit that Wilde often used to protect himself.

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A searing satire on the British class system, social hypocrisy, and keeping up appearances, Lady Windemeres Fan is one of Wildes best-loved plays. Such is its popularity that it has been adapted for the silver screen a number of times, most recently in 2018, with Samantha Spiro and Absolutely Fabulous star, Jennifer Saunders.The play focuses on 21 year-old Lady Windemere, who has become convinced that her husband is embarking on an affair with the mysterious Mrs Erlynne. However, Mrs Erlynne hides a scandalous secret that sets some unexpected wheels in motion. Witty, satirical, and packed with acute social observations, Lady Windemeres Fan continues to grace stages around the world. A superb read for those who want to see Wilde at the height of his powers.

Poems was published at Wildes expense less than 10 years before he wrote his acclaimed novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray. It contains some of his best-loved poetry, including Ravenna,The Ballad of Reading Gaol, and Sonnet On Hearing The Dies Irae Sung In The Sistine Chapel. Despite being criticised in the Press, Poems sold out during its first run and further editions had to be printed in the same year. Wilde went on to gift copies of the book to assorted dignitaries, including Albert Edward, the then Prince of Wales. The anthology is an insightful exploration of human emotions and a landmark in his career.

The Soul of Man Under Socialism is an incisive essay on the nature of art, politics, freedom, and the individual. Insightful and sometimes satirical, it dissects the conventions of socialism, run as an authoritarian system. Wilde also goes on to discuss the role of the artist under capitalism and relationship between the needs of the public and art itself. This essay also explores the idea of art as the central pillar to revolution. Divisive at its time of publication, The Soul of Man Under Socialism is a fascinating read for those with an interest in art, politics, philosophy, and the great man himself.

These fantasies and true to life fables were created by Oscar Wilde for his own sons Here is the tale of the Prince who is not as happy as he seems of the Selfish Giant who learns how to love children and of the Star Child who suffers bitter trials when he rejects his parents

Pen, Pencil, and Poison is one of Wildes most intriguing essays. Part biography, part social commentary, and part philosophical debate, he writes the biography of an art critic, who was also convicted of murder. However, in true Wildean style, theres more to the essay than meets the eye. While documenting the life and crimes of Thomas Griffiths Wainwright, Wilde explores the ideas of dual identity, sin in the formation of the personality, and the relationship between crime and culture. Pen, Pencil, and Poison is a fascinating insight into some of the conventions of the time.

Piedra de escándalo para la mojigata sociedad victoriana cuando fue publicada originalmente en el Lippincotts Monthly Magazine en junio de 1890, El retrato de Dorian Gray, que adoptaría su forma definitiva como libro al año siguiente, narra la fabula, de raiz faustica, del individuo que explora en los rincones mas oscuros de la existencia con aparente inmunidad, protegido por un retrato que va asumiendo su degradacion fisica y moral. Articulada en torno a la dialectica entre ser y apariencia, realidad e imagen, vida y arte, Oscar Wilde plasmo en ella la novela esteticista por excelencia.

The dramatist, critical theorist, and novelist displays his versatility and skill as a storyteller in this collection of short stories, fairy tales, and poems in prose.

Cuando se publicó El retrato de Dorian Gray, los críticos reaccionaron como de costumbre acusando a su autor de inmoralidad. Wilde se defendió diciendo que su novela era “una verdadera obra de arte”,

The three stories in this book are about ordinary people, people like you and me, but they find themselves in surprising situations. Lord Arthur Savile, a rich man with no enemies, finds out that he must do something terrible before he can marry. Poor young Hughie Erskine gives money to an old beggar, but the beggar is not what he seems. And Lord Murchison falls in love with a mystery woman; but what is the strange secret behind the door in Cumnor Street