Essays and Lectures

Oscar Wilde, an influential Irish poet and playwright, gained fame in the 1890s for his sharp wit and memorable epigrams. He is celebrated for his notable works, including the novel "The Picture of Dorian Gray" and various acclaimed plays. Wilde's life was marked by both artistic brilliance and personal tragedy, culminating in his imprisonment for "gross indecency" and his untimely death at 46, which adds a poignant layer to his legacy.