The Importance of Being Earnest Annotated
The Importance of Being Earnest Annotated by Oscar Wilde is a play published by Amazon Digital Services LLC – KDP Print US on December 24, 2020. This edition spans 101 pages and is presented in English. The work, first performed in 1895, is a farcical comedy that explores the lives of protagonists who adopt fictitious identities to evade societal expectations and obligations, particularly within the context of late Victorian London.
Readers will find that the play addresses themes such as the triviality of serious institutions like marriage and employs satire to critique Victorian social norms. The witty dialogue and high farce contribute to its reputation as one of Wilde’s most notable works. This annotated edition provides insights into the humor and artistic nuances of the play, making it a relevant exploration of both comedic elements and societal commentary.
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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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