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The Importance of Being Earnest

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Author: Oscar Wilde
Year: 2015
Language: en
Pages: 44
ISBN-13: 9781516910786
Dimensions:
Height: 11 Inches
Length: 8.5 Inches
Width: 0.1 Inches
Dewey Decimal: 822.8
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The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde is a notable play first performed on February 14, 1895, at the St James’s Theatre in London. This edition, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform in August 2015, contains 44 pages and is presented in English. The work is recognized for its farcical elements, fictitious identities, and satirical portrayal of Victorian England, showcasing Wilde’s wit and humor.

Readers will find a blend of comedy and social commentary as the play unfolds through its madcap antics and clever dialogue. The narrative explores themes of identity and societal norms, making it a significant piece within the drama genre. This edition invites readers to engage with Wilde’s sharp critique of the era, reflecting on the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations.


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First performed on 14 February 1895 at the St James’s Theatre in London, The Importance of Being Earnest has entertained audiences for more than a century. A farce, with fictitious identities and madcap antics, and a hilarious satire of Victorian England, this was Oscar Wilde’s most successful and popular play–and also the one that led to his downfall, conviction, and exile.

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Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Year: 2015.
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ISBN-13: 9781516910786.
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Language: en. Pages: 44.

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