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Lord Arthur Savile's Crime And Other Stories by Oscar Wilde

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Book name: Lord Arthur Savile's Crime And Other Stories (2024)
Category: Crime
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Pages: 150 pages
Language: English
Publication data: Jan. 1, 1891, midnight
The book is a collection of intriguing and darkly humorous tales that explore themes of fate, morality, and the absurdity of societal norms. The central story follows Lord Arthur Savile, who, after a palm reader predicts he will commit murder, becomes obsessed with fulfilling this prophecy, leading to a series of comically misguided attempts. The other stories in the collection similarly blend wit and satire, often highlighting the eccentricities and contradictions of Victorian society, while also delving into the complexities of human nature and the consequences of one's actions.

About the author

Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde

15 books

Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde was an Irish playwright, poet, and author of numerous short stories, and one novel. Known for his biting wit, and a plentitude of aphorisms, he became one of the most successful playwrights of the late Victorian era in London, and one of the greatest celebrities of his day. Several of his plays continue to be widely performed, especially The Importance of Being Earnest.

As the result of a widely covered series of trials, Wilde suffered a dramatic downfall an… Read more