The Importance of Being Earnest (Annotated Edition)
The Importance of Being Earnest (Annotated Edition) by Oscar Wilde is a play that first premiered on February 14, 1895, at the St James’s Theatre in London. This independently published edition, released on August 15, 2021, spans 101 pages and is presented in English. The work is a farcical comedy where the characters adopt fictitious identities to evade the pressures of societal expectations, exploring the absurdities of late Victorian social conventions.
Readers will encounter a narrative that humorously critiques serious institutions, particularly marriage, through its witty dialogue and high farce. The play delves into themes of identity and societal norms, offering a satirical perspective on the triviality of Victorian life. This annotated edition provides additional insights, enhancing the understanding of Wilde’s commentary on the era’s social dynamics.
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The Importance of Being Earnest A Trivial Comedy for Serious People is a play by Oscar Wilde. First performed on 14 February 1895 at the St James’s Theatre in London, it is a farcical comedy in which the protagonists maintain fictitious personae to escape burdensome social obligations. Working within the social conventions of late Victorian London, the play’s major themes are the triviality with which it treats institutions as serious as marriage, and the resulting satire of Victorian ways. Some contemporary reviews praised the play’s humour and the culmination of Wilde’s artistic career, while others were cautious about its lack of social messages. Its high farce and witty dialogue have helped make The Importance of Being Earnest Wilde’s most enduringly popular play.
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