Entity: OSCAR-WILDE
Oscar Wilde was an Irish writer, poet, and playwright known for his wit, flamboyant style, and contributions to literature in the late nineteenth century. His works include the novel 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' and the play 'The Importance of Being Earnest.' Wilde's life was marked by scandal and imprisonment, but his legacy endures through his clever remarks and satirical works.
OSCAR-WILDE
Etymology
The name 'Oscar Wilde' is derived from the Irish poet, dramatist, novelist, essayist, and critic, Oscar (Fingal O'Flahertie Wills) Sebastian Melmoth.
Definition
Oscar Wilde was an Irish writer, poet, and playwright known for his wit, flamboyant style, and contributions to literature in the late nineteenth century.
Historical Context
Wilde's works, such as the novel 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' and the play 'The Importance of Being Earnest,' reflect the societal norms and values of Victorian England. His life was marked by scandal and imprisonment due to his homosexuality.
Cultural Significance
Wilde's clever remarks and satirical works continue to be celebrated for their wit and social commentary. His legacy as a literary figure and icon of the aesthetic movement remains influential.
Related Concepts
Wildean Wit, Victorian Literature, Aestheticism
See Also
- The Picture of Dorian Gray
- The Importance of Being Earnest
An Irish writer, poet, and playwright known for his wit, flamboyant style, and contributions to literature in the late nineteenth century.