Books by Oscar Wilde

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Oscar Wilde, est un écrivain irlandais. Il se construit un personnage d'esthète et de dandy. À l'issue de ses études, Wilde s'installe à Londres, où il parvient à s'insérer dans la bonne société et les cercles cultivés, s'illustrant dans plusieurs genres littéraires. Au tournant des années 1890, il précise sa théorie esthétique dans une série de dialogues et d'essais, et explore dans son roman Le Portrait de Dorian Gray (1890) les liens entretenus par la beauté, la décadence et la duplicité. Wilde enchaîne cependant avec quatre comédies de mœurs, qui font de lui l'un des dramaturges les plus en vue de Londres. Indissociables de son talent littéraire, sa personnalité hors du commun, le mordant de son esprit, le brillant de sa conversation et de ses costumes assuraient sa renommée. Ces 100 citations visent à donner accès à son œuvre monumentale par une sélection de ses pensées les plus marquantes, dans un format accessible à tous. Une citation est plus qu'un extrait d'un propos, ce peut être un trait d'esprit, un résumé d'une pensée complexe, une maxime, une ouverture sur une réflexion plus profonde.

Oscar Wilde is remembered as one of the wittiest minds ever, thanks to his provocative style and humor. In the 1890s, he was one of London's most popular playwrights; his masterpieces are The Importance of Being Earnest and the dark and fantastical Picture of Dorian Gray. His writings entwine themes of beauty, decadence and duplicity, which made him a more than colorful agent provocateur in the Victorian society. This would eventually lead to a very public trial after he was accused of sodomy. His defense, punctuated with witticism, often left the court roaring with laughter, but the evidence was against him, and he was eventually sent to prison. We have selected for you 100 of his funniest and most provocative quotes, for you to relent in his humor and spice up your conversation with surprises and puns.

"What a silly thing Love is. It is not as useful as Logic, for it does not prove anything, and it is always telling one of things that are not going to happen, and making one believe things that are not true."A young man is in love with a girl who promises to dance with him at a ball if he brings her a red rose. The boy is at a loss because he does not know where to find a red rose. A nightingale overhears and decides to help. But is their love even worth the sacrifice of the nightingale?'The Nightingale and the Rose' is a heart-breaking fable by Oscar Wilde about the nature of love and sacrifice, and is so very captivating and emotional for such a short story.Fans of 'Aesop's Fables' will love discovering the moral of this story.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was an Irish playwright, novelist, essayist and poet famous for ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ and ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’. He died in Paris at the age of 46.'The Importance of Being Earnest' is Oscar Wilde’s most popular and enduring play. Poking fun at the ridiculousness of human nature, especially that of the Victorian elite, it is both incredibly clever and undeniably silly.It has been performed and made into films and for television many times, most recently in the 2002 film starring Colin Firth, Reese Witherspoon and Judi Dench.

Imagine being torn away from the person you love most in the world! The pain would be just too terrible to bear! This is exactly what happens to Shah Mah Phru after she falls passionately in love with King Meng GengThe king promises to return but time passes, and he never does. One day, Shah Mah Phru spots a group of horsemen riding her way, and she is overcome with joy thinking her lover has finally returned, however the horsemen bring news she could never have predicted.Oscar Wilde wrote 'For Love of the King' for his friend Mabel Cosgrove, and it was not published until after his death, in the 1920's. Its publication sparked a great deal of controversy that resulted in a trial because Mabel Cosgrove was accused of having written the play herself.A great read for any short story and Oscar Wilde fan.-

"e;One is impressed in America, but not favourably impressed, by the inordinate size of everything. The country seems to try to bully one into a belief in its power by its impressive bigness."e;In 1881 Oscar Wilde boarded the "e;Arizona"e; and sailed to New York to embark on a year-long lecture tour. In 'Impressions of America' he examines the cultural differences between America and Britain. He notes, for instance, that the Americans aren't necessarily well-dressed but comfortably dressed. He argues that the American youth is more acceptive of new ideas because their education is more practical, and he recounts how unimpressed he was with Niagara Falls and the ugly yellow protective wear he had to put on. Like Charles Dickens' 'American Notes for General Circulation' from some forty years prior, this essay is both entertaining and thought-provoking.-

"Women have a wonderful instinct about things. They can discover everything except the obvious."Sir Robert Chiltern is a moral and upstanding politician with a wife who adores and idolizes him, but when one of her old classmates shows up at their party the image of her perfect husband crumbles. She learns that, in the early days of her husband’s political career, he sold a state secret in order to advance his position. Now the couple has to deal with blackmail and their own moral failings.'An Ideal Husband' is a must-read for Wilde fans and anyone who appreciates wit and sarcasm. In 1999 an adaptation starring Julianne Moore, Minnie Driver and Cate Blanchett came out to great reviews.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was an Irish playwright, novelist, essayist, and poet, famous for ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ and ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ to name a couple. He died in Paris at the age of 46.The Importance of Being Earnest is Oscar Wilde’s most popular and enduring play. Poking fun at the ridiculousness of human nature, especially that of the Victorian elite, it is both incredibly clever and undeniably silly.It has been performed and made into films and for television many times, most recently in the 2002 film starring Colin Firth, Reese Witherspoon and Judi Dench.

"I never travel without my diary. One should always have something sensational to read in the train."Jack Worthing is an important and respected person in Hertfordshire. Being a guardian to a young girl and an employer of many in the community, the list of his responsibilities is never-ending. His brother, Earnest, however, leads a scandalous life and Jack is often forced to leave for London to sort it out. What no one knows is that Earnest is not real, but Jack’s alibi, his way of creating havoc and blowing off some steam in the big city.The Importance of Being Earnest is Oscar Wilde’s most popular and enduring play. Poking fun at the ridiculousness of human nature, especially that of the Victorian elite, it is both incredibly clever and undeniably silly.It has been performed and made into films and for television many times, most recently in the 2002 film starring Colin Firth, Reese Witherspoon and Judi Dench.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was an Irish playwright, novelist, essayist, and poet, famous for ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ and ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ to name a couple. He died in Paris at the age of 46. Oscar Wilde remains one of the best-loved authors in the English-speaking world.

"e;And holding wave and wind in boy's despitePeered from his dripping seat across the wet and stormy night."e;Charmides is a beautiful and epic poem rooted in Greek mythology. Whether prose or poetry, drama or tragedy, Oscar Wilde's writing never fails to fascinate and capture one's attention. Displaying a different side to the famous Irish writer, this book of poems is no exception. A short but great read for any Wilde fan.-

Den amerikanske ministern Hiram B. Otis och hans familj flyttar in i det engelska slottet Canterville, trots omgivningens försök att avskräcka dem. Det spökar nämligen där. Efter flera incidenter tvingas familjen erkänna att spöket Sir Simon de Canterville faktiskt existerar. Vanligt folk skulle givetvis ha blivit vettskrämda, men inte familjen Otis. Istället erbjuder de Simon olja för att smörja sina kedjor och utsätter honom för trick och bus. Simon är trött på livet som spöke, och ber dottern hjälpa honom att finna frid i Dödens Trädgård.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) var en irländsk dramatiker, författare och poet. Han är kanske mest känd för boken "Dorian Grays porträtt". På grund av sin homosexuella läggning stötte Wilde ofta på hårt motstånd och blev till följd av detta även dömd till fängelse. Han blev endast 46 år gammal.

Ein Hörbuch voll schauriger Klassiker, erschaffen von den Meistern des Horrors. Ein mysteriöser Mantel, der die Person vollkommen verändert, die ihn trägt, Geister und rätselhafte Geräusche sowie ein angsteinflößendes Pendel versprechen einen hohen Gruselfaktor und rauben der Hörerschaft bis zum Schluss den Atem.Henry James (1843-1916) war ein britisch-amerikanischer Schriftsteller, der vor allem für seine schaurigen Werke wie „Spuk in Bly Manor" bekannt ist.Der irische Autor Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) gehörte bereits zu Lebzeiten zu den bekanntesten, aber auch kontroversesten Schriftstellern seiner Zeit.Der russische Schriftsteller Nikolai Gogol (1809-1852) gilt als einer der wichtigsten Vertreter der russischen Literatur. Zu seinen bekanntesten Werken gehört "Der Mantel".Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) war ein US-amerikanischer Schriftsteller, der bis heute für seine Kurz-, Horror- und Kriminalgeschichten, wie "Das verräterische Herz" bekannt ist.

Jedna z najsłynniejszych powieści angielskich, wpisana w kanon światowej literatury. Tytułowy bohater jest młodym i przystojnym mężczyzną, modelem londyńskiego malarza, który zapragnął stworzyć portret młodzieńca. Zafascynowany swoim wizerunkiem Dorian deklaruje, że za możliwość zachowania swej młodości i urody potrafiłby oddać nawet duszę. Marzenie mężczyzny zostaje spełnione – jego fizyczność nie podlega upływowi czasu, choć starzeje się twarz na obrazie. Straszniejsze niż ta metamorfoza są zmiany, jakie zachodzą w psychice i postępowaniu Doriana.Na podstawie książki nakręcono w 2004 mrożący krew w żyłach thriller "Dorian Gray" z Colinem Firthem i Benem Barnesem w rolach głównych.Poeta, prozaik i dramatopisarz irlandzki. Zdolny oraz ekscentryczny, już w młodości odznaczał się błyskotliwością, a także talentem poetyckim. Część jego utworów doczekała adaptacji filmowych (m.in. „Portret Doriana Graya", „Bądźmy poważni na serio", „Duch z Canterville"), a życie Wilde'a stało się tematem poświęconych jego osobie książek biograficznych.

Ein armlicher Holzfaller findet einen verlassenen kleinen Jungen im Schnee und nimmt das Findelkind bei sich auf. Der Junge ist ungewohnlich schon, entwickelt sich jedoch zu einem grauenvollen Charakter. Mit seinem malosen Hochmut zieht er einen Fluch auf sich, der seine strahlende Schonheit ins Gegenteil verkehrt und alle Menschen in Abscheu vor ihm zuruckschrechen lasst. Bei dem Versuch das Geschehene ruckgangig zu machen, muss der Junge schwere Prufungen bestehen, um schlielich Milde und Gute in seinem Herzen zu entdecken...-

‘Lord Arthur Saville’s Crime’ is a darkly comic short story by Oscar Wilde. The story follows Lord Arthur, who is informed by a fortune teller that he will become a murderer. This revelation deeply disturbs Lord Arthur and to unburden his mind, he decides to murder someone at once and forget the whole ordeal. However, Lord Arthur discovers that this task is not as simple as it seems, and a comedy of errors ensues as he concocts more and more ludicrous schemes to achieve his goal, from poison to dynamite and beyond. This short is social satire at its finest as the nobleman travels further into a labyrinth of insanity and murder simply because it is his supposed fate to do so. ‘Lord Arthur Savile's Crime’ is a hilarious parody of the Gothic genre and portrays Oscar Wilde as a comedic genius. This wickedly entertaining short is recommended for fans of Franz Kafka.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was a popular Irish playwright, novelist, essayist, and poet. Some of his most celebrated and well-read works are ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ and ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’. Wilde’s life ended in tragedy as he was sentenced to prison due to acts of gross indecency with men and died at a young age shortly after being released. Although Wilde’s life was cut short, his influence lives on to this day and he is celebrated as one of the finest writers of his time. His work has been adapted for stage and screen many times, including an announced ‘Dorian Gray’ film directed by musician St. Vincent.

'Are there not books that can make us live more in one single hour than life can make us live in a score of shameful years?' In this brilliant collection of essays, Oscar Wilde talks about art, literature, and criticism as only he can. The topics range from discussions of Shakespeare's use of costumes and stage design to elevate his dramas, to condemnations of realism, and celebration of criticism as an art form in itself. 'Intentions' is bold, insightful, and witty. Its ideas show why Wilde was considered one of the most unique voices of his time and many of the topics are still fiercely debated today, such as whether art should have a moral message or simply exist to be artistic. These essays truly show Wilde at his best and lay a clear foundation for the ideas and beliefs that would shape his later writings. 'Intentions' provides an unparalleled look into the mind of a great artist and should be read by any fans of Wilde or aspiring artists.-

Als der Riese die spielenden Kinder aus seinem Garten vertreibt, herrscht nur noch Winter in seinem Garten. Erst mit den Kindern kehrt der Frühling zurück ... "Der selbstsüchtige Riese" ist eines der berühmtesten Märchen von Oscar Wilde, gelesen von Andrea Sawatzki.

Das Leben als Gespenst ist kein leichtes ...Als wäre es nicht genug, auf ewig in alten Gemäuern festzusitzen und dazu verdammt zu sein, mit Ketten zu rasseln, Teppichen mit Blutflecken zu besudeln und allerlei anderen Schabernack zu treiben. Als die sehr moderne und so gar nicht ängstliche Familie des amerikanischen Botschafters Hiram B. Otis nach auf Canterville einzieht, wird das Leben für Hausgeist Sir Simon zur Hölle. Schnell wird er selbst zum verzweifelten Opfer von Stolperfäden, Butterfallen und Gespensteratrappen und herunterstürzenden Wasserkrügen. Kurzum: Sir Simon steht am Rande des Nervenzusammenbruchs. Einzig die Virginia, Tochter des Botschafters, zeigt Verständnis und wird am Ende sogar zum Schlüssel für seine Erlösung. Oscar Wildes Klassiker begeistert Jung und Alt seit Generationen. In dieser Lesung nimmt sich 'Drei ???'-Sprecher Oliver Rohrbeck der Familie Otis und dem Schicksal Sir Simons an. Da ist der Schmunzelfaktor besonders groß.Oscar Wilde (1854 in Dublin geboren und 1900 in Paris gestorben) wurde als Lyriker, Romanautor, Dramatiker und Kritiker zu einem der bekanntesten Schriftsteller der viktorianischen Zeit.

Amerykański biznesmen Hiram Otis wraz z żoną i trójką dzieci przenosi się do Europy. Wprowadzają się do angielskiego zamczyska, należącego od pokoleń do rodu Kenterwilów. Wokół posiadłości krążą niepokojące pogłoski. Podobno od kilkuset lat rezydencję zamieszkuje duch pierwszego właściciela. Amerykanie zdają się nie wierzyć w paranormalne opowieści i początkowo ignorują niezwykłe wydarzenia. Nie wiedzą, że ich obecność zakłóca spokój zjawy. Niedługo później znika Virginia, córka Otisów...Oscar Wilde (1856-1900) – angielski prozaik, poeta i dramatopisarz irlandzkiego pochodzenia. Czołowy przedstawiciel modernizmu, zwolennik skrajnego estetyzmu. Pisał poezję, nowele i opowiadania. Wielką popularnością cieszyły się jego salonowe komedie obyczajowe. Jednak prawdziwą sławę przyniosła mu powieść „Portret Doriana Greya". Wilde był znany z ekstrawaganckiego stylu życia, podziwiano go za finezję stylu. Pod koniec życia został ofiarą homofobicznego prawa – wytoczono mu proces za homoseksualizm i skazano na dwa lata ciężkich robót. Zmarł w przytułku dla ubogich w Paryżu.

En välbevarad hemlighet, skandalös i sin natur, hotar att köra en kil mellan Mrs Arbuthnot och hennes son Gerald. Det är på en tillställning hos Lady Hunstanton som allting plötsligt ställs på sin spets, när Gerald avslöjar att han erbjudits tjänsten som självaste Lord Illingworths sekreterare. Till Geralds stora förtret motsätter sig modern arrangemanget och det å det grövsta. Ändå vägrar hon att tala om varför. Vad är det egentligen som Mrs Arbuthnot döljer? "En kvinna utan betydenhet" är ett stycke viktoriansk samhällssatir i fyra akter, skrivet av den briljante dramatikern Oscar Wilde. Pjäsen sattes upp första gången år 1893 på Haymarket Theatre i London. -

Den stilige Dorian Gray besitter en skönhet som är få förunnad. Han tycks aldrig åldras och har en omåttlig förkärlek för det ytligt vackra. Men vad de flesta inte vet är att han har en mörk hemlighet; ett porträtt, undangömt, som visar hans verkliga jag. Där hans eviga ungdom inte alls är evig och där hans synder håller på att forma honom till oigenkännlighet. När det dåliga samvetet stötvis gör sig påmint får det Dorian att vackla. Kan han på något sätt rädda sin själ, innan den går hopplöst förlorad? Med allt det onda som han gjort, är det tveksamt om det finns någon återvändo... Oscar Wildes klassiska "Dorian Grays porträtt" är idag en utav världens mest kända romaner. När boken först gavs ut ansågs den skandalös och stötande, men populariteten har sedan dess skjutit spikrakt i höjden. Boken har även filmatiserats otaliga gånger. Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) var en irländsk dramatiker, författare och poet. Han är kanske mest känd för boken "Dorian Grays porträtt". På grund av sin homosexuella läggning stötte Wilde ofta på hårt motstånd och blev till följd av detta även dömd till fängelse. Han blev endast 46 år gammal.

Literature loves a strong, protective mother. Whilst Molly Weasley, Catelyn Stark and Miss Honey might have had their own specific worries, none of these were fighting the prejudice facing Mrs Arbuthnot. A single, unwed mother in the Victorian times was not destined to have a good time.In this witty play we peruse the workings of upper class parties in the Victorian era, England. Mrs. Arbuthnot learns that her grown son has been offered a job with Lord Illingworth. Instead of her being thrilled, she does everything she can to stop him. Upon finally finding out why, well, let’s just say, there’s enough drama to fill a play. Mrs. Arbuthnot utters one of the most iconic lines in theatre when asked who’s glove has been left on her floor. She replies "a man of no importance" - burn. A witty take on the lofty idealism of the British class system by Irishman Oscar Wilde.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was an Irish playwright, novelist, essayist, and poet, famous for ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ and ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ to name a couple. He was believed to be gay and met a lot of resistance in his life on that account. He died in Paris at the age of 46.

Dorian Gray mène une vie double. Sous ses airs de gentleman, il s'abandonne à tous les plaisirs dans le Londres victorien. Son propre visage le captive depuis que Basile a peint son portrait. Il rêve d'échanger son âme pour la beauté et la jeunesse éternelle. Un jour, son vœu insensé se voit exaucé. Dorian ne vieilli plus. Il sombre alors dans le crime.Quant à son visage dans le tableau, il commence à vieillir et à grimacer cruellement. Jour après jour, le portrait dévoile les « inacceptables » passions de Dorian à ceux qui le regardent. Dorian doit à tout prix cacher celui qu'il est vraiment à la société des « bonnes mœurs »...Sous les apparences d'un roman fantastique de l'ère victorienne se cache un récit gothique et philosophique au combat poignant. Bien qu'à sa parution en 1890 Oscar Wilde ait été accusé d'atteintes aux bonnes mœurs pour ses sujets « homoérotiques » et « hédonistes », la singularité du roman inspiré par Huysmans a traversé les âges. C'est là une critique exacerbée de la société patriarcale et superficielle, et un appelle à s'en libérer — à être soi même.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) est un des écrivains les plus influents de son temps. Il naît à Dublin, dans la bourgeoisie. Il réalise de brillantes études au sein de Magdalen College (Oxford) où il se fait connaître pour être un esthète et un dandy excentrique. On dit qu'il baladait en laisse un homard sur les quais de la Tamise. En 1879 il s’installe à Londres et se forge une solide réputation dans des hautes sphères de la société. « Le Portrait de Dorian Gray », publié en 1890, le pousse au sommet de sa gloire. La même année, il rencontre Lord Alfred Douglas de Queensberry et en tombe amoureux. Oscar Wilde sera jugé et condamné à deux ans de prison pour cette relation ouverte. À sa libération il rejoint la France et compose, profondément affecté par la prison, « La Ballade de la geôle de Reading ».

"Like two doomed ships that pass in stormWe had crossed each other's way:But we made no sign, we said no word,We had no word to say."Oscar Wilde was a married man with children, who had homosexual affairs. Since his sexual preference was considered taboo, not to mention illegal, in the Victorian era, he was famously sentenced to two years in prison for gross indecency. The Ballad of Reading Gaol tells the story of an execution he witnessed while there of a man who killed his wife. It is powerful and haunting, and Wilde’s pain seeps through with every word.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was an Irish playwright, novelist, essayist, and poet, famous for ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ and ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ to name a couple. He was believed to be gay and met a lot of resistance in his life on that account. He died in Paris at the age of 46.

In questa brillante raccolta di saggi Oscar Wilde scrive di arte, letteratura e critica. Racconta di come Shakespeare usasse l'architettura e i costumi per far capire il suo punto di vista e dibatte la possibilità che la critica d'arte sia una forma d'arte in sé. Le sue intenzioni sono audaci, perspicaci e spiritose e le sue idee vi faranno sicuramente riflettere su nuove questioni.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) è stato un drammaturgo, romanziere, saggista e poeta irlandese. Tra le sue opere più celebri ricordiamo il romanzo "Il ritratto di Dorian Gray" e la commedia teatrale "L'importanza di chiamarsi Ernesto."Dandy raffinato, scrittore all'avanguardia, omosessuale in un'epoca e in un paese in cui l'omosessualità era ancora considerata un reato, Oscar Wilde è unanimemente riconosciuto come una delle voci più importanti della letteratura dell'Ottocento.

Immaginate di andare da un veggente che, dopo aver letto il palmo della vostra mano, predice che il vostro destino è quello di diventare un assassino. Voi che cosa fareste? Comincereste ad uccidere, naturalmente! Almeno è così che la vede Arthur Savile, il protagonista di questo esilarante racconto comico di Oscar Wilde.Sir Arthur prima prova ad uccidere una vecchia zia, ma non gli va bene. Poi prova con un altro lontano parente ma anche qui fallisce malamente. Più i suoi tentativi di assassinio maldestramente falliscono e più lui si sente frustrato dalla situazione in un crescendo di assurdità e commedia magistralmente raccontato da Wilde.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) è stato un drammaturgo, romanziere, saggista e poeta irlandese. Tra le sue opere più celebri ricordiamo il romanzo "Il ritratto di Dorian Gray" e la commedia teatrale "L'importanza di chiamarsi Ernesto."Dandy raffinato, scrittore all'avanguardia, omosessuale in un'epoca e in un paese in cui l'omosessualità era ancora considerata un reato, Oscar Wilde è unanimemente riconosciuto come una delle voci più importanti della letteratura dell'Ottocento.

Un giorno, l'artista Basil Hallward dipinge un ritratto della sua musa Dorian Gray mentre l'amico Lord Henry li osserva. Dorian ascolta mentre Lord Henry presenta in modo confidenziale la sua visione edonistica del mondo, affermando che la bellezza è l'unica cosa che conta davvero nella vita. In Dorian inizia a farsi strada il desiderio che il ritratto invecchi al posto suo. Non molto tempo dopo, Dorian vede la sua ragazza recitare in Romeo e Giulietta di Shakespeare ed è talmente disgustato dalla sua cattiva interpretazione, che la rifiuta. Quando torna a casa, nota un certo crudele ghigno nel suo ritratto.Raccontato con un linguaggio fiorito e ricco di dialoghi incisivi alla Jane Austen, Il ritratto di Dorian Gray, storia di un giovane che vende la sua anima in cambio dell'eterna giovinezza, è senza ombra di dubbio l'opera più famosa di Oscar Wilde.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) è stato un drammaturgo, romanziere, saggista e poeta irlandese. Tra le sue opere più celebri ricordiamo il romanzo "Il ritratto di Dorian Gray" e la commedia teatrale "L'importanza di chiamarsi Ernesto."Dandy raffinato, scrittore all'avanguardia, omosessuale in un'epoca e in un paese in cui l'omosessualità era ancora considerata un reato, Oscar Wilde è unanimemente riconosciuto come una delle voci più importanti della letteratura dell'Ottocento.

"Please, speak softly, we might be overheard,"Two college friends run into each other in Paris and one tells the other of a mysterious woman he’s been seeing. She sets appointments to meet him and doesn’t show up, and she asks him not to write her at her home address but gives him an alias name and address instead. As the tension builds, the friends start to suspect that maybe the real mystery is that there isn’t a mystery at all.The Sphinx Without a Secret suggests that the thrill of the chase will always end in disappointment when it comes to love, because sooner or later the chase must end. With charm and a great understanding of the human condition, Oscar Wilde more than succeeds with this suspenseful Sherlock Holmes-like mystery.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was an Irish playwright, novelist, essayist, and poet, famous for ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ and ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ to name a couple. He was believed to be a homosexual and met a lot of resistance in his life on that account. He died in Paris at the age of 46.

"Romance is the privilege of the rich, not the profession of the unemployed."Hughie, a charming young man with no money, wants to marry a girl named Laura. But Laura’s father is concerned with Hughie’s lack of wealth and tells him he can only have his daughter if he comes up with 10,000 pounds. Defeated, Hughie visits his artist friend, who in painting a portrait of a beggar. Meeting the beggar outside, Hughie gives him some money. What he doesn’t know is that the man isn’t a beggar at all but a wealthy baron, and Hughie’s generosity might just be the thing to change his life.The Model Millionaire is a charming and funny little story, similar in setting to The Picture of Dorian Gray, but far more optimistic. A delightful read.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was an Irish playwright, novelist, essayist, and poet, famous for ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ and ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ to name a couple. He was believed to be a homosexual and met a lot of resistance in his life on that account. He died in Paris at the age of 46.

La prima cosa che l'ambasciatore americano Hiram Otis e la sua famiglia notano quando entrano nella loro nuova villa britannica è la macchia di sangue nel salotto. A quanto pare, si sono trasferiti in una casa già occupata. Il problema è che il loro nuovo coinquilino è un fantasma orgoglioso e, soprattutto, determinato a terrorizzarli a morte. Ma le cose non vanno come previsto per il povero fantasma. Più lui cerca di spaventare la famiglia Otis, più loro lo prendono in giro e lo ignorano.Un concentrato di arguzia e umorismo, Il fantasma di Canterville (1887) è un affascinante e coinvolgente racconto di Oscar Wilde. È stato adattato svariate volte per il cinema e la televisione, tra cui un memorabile film TV del 1996 con Patrick Stewart negli eterei panni del fantasma Sir Simon di Canterville.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) è stato un drammaturgo, romanziere, saggista e poeta irlandese. Tra le sue opere più celebri ricordiamo il romanzo "Il ritratto di Dorian Gray" e la commedia teatrale "L'importanza di chiamarsi Ernesto."Dandy raffinato, scrittore all'avanguardia, omosessuale in un'epoca e in un paese in cui l'omosessualità era ancora considerata un reato, Oscar Wilde è unanimemente riconosciuto come una delle voci più importanti della letteratura dell'Ottocento.

Sometimes self-fulfilling prophecies are not all they seem. Lord Arthur Savile is a young British aristocrat about to get married. Mr. Podgers tells people’s fortunes, and he has bad news for the groom: he will commit murder. Unable to get the thought off his mind, he decides to get it over with before entering into marriage, but things do not go as planned. Hear the darkly humorous short story "Lord Arthur Savile’s Crime" by Oscar Wilde from the late 19th century brought to life by B.J. Harrison.B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere.Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was an Irish author, poet and playwright, who became one of the most famous – as well as scandalous – playwrights in London in the late 19th century. Wilde is remembered for his witty plays, such as "The Importance of Being Earnest" and his Gothic novel "The Picture of Dorian Gray", set in the Victorian era. His works have lived on in stage and film adaptations. Recent adaptations of his stories include the film "Dorian Gray"(2009), with Ben Barnes as the famous main character.