Oscar Wilde

Vera; Or, The Nihilists (eBook, ePUB)

Revolutionary Themes and Political Intrigue in Oscar Wilde's Thought-Provoking Play

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Oscar Wilde's 'Vera; Or, The Nihilists' is a compelling play that delves into the societal and political unrest of the 19th century Russia. The play is filled with Wilde's characteristic wit and sarcasm, while also exploring themes of nihilism and revolution. Through the interactions of the characters, Wilde masterfully weaves a plot that keeps the audience engaged till the very end. The play showcases Wilde's unique literary style and his keen observations of human nature, making it a thought-provoking piece of literature in the context of the time period in which it was written. Oscar Wilde, known for his sharp wit and social commentary, was influenced by the political climate of his time when he wrote 'Vera; Or, The Nihilists'. His experiences in high society and his own personal struggles likely influenced the themes and characters of the play. Wilde's reputation as a playwright and his satirical approach to serious topics further contribute to the depth of 'Vera'. I highly recommend 'Vera; Or, The Nihilists' to readers who enjoy thought-provoking plays that explore philosophical ideas and societal issues. Wilde's clever writing and engaging plot make this play a must-read for anyone interested in 19th century literature.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 143
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664654236
• Artikelnr.: 58447700

Autorenporträt

Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde, also known as Oscar Wilde, was an Irish poet and playwright who lived from 16 October 1854 to 30 November 1900. He wrote in a variety of genres throughout the 1880s before becoming one of London's most well-known playwrights in the early 1890s. The Picture of Dorian Gray, his plays and epigrams, as well as the circumstances surrounding his meningitis-related early death at age 46 and criminal conviction for gross indecency for consensual homosexual activities in "one of the earliest celebrity trials," is what people will remember him for most. Anglo-Irish intellectuals in Dublin, Wilde's parents were. French and German were picked up by young Wilde with ease. While in college, Wilde read the Greats and distinguished himself as an outstanding student of classical literature, first at Trinity College Dublin and then at Oxford. He became involved with the aestheticism movement, which was being spearheaded by two of his professors, Walter Pater and John Ruskin. Wilde moved to London after finishing college and became a part of rich social and cultural circles. Queensberry intended to publicly humiliate Wilde by tossing a bouquet of decaying vegetables onto the stage, but Wilde was informed and had Queensberry turned away from the theater.