An examination of the life and work of the much-quoted Irish writer.
Well known for his novel The Picture of Dorian Gray and the theatrical comedies The Importance of Being Earnest and An Ideal Husband, Oscar Wilde’s story is a colorful and notorious one that is fascinatingly portrayed in this excellent account. The author examines Wilde’s writings in the light of his eventful life, resulting in a fresh look at this eccentric and intriguing character. Canning’s brilliant introduction to Oscar Wilde will appeal both to the general reader and those who already hold an interest in this well-known 19th-century playwright, novelist, and wit.
Author Biography
Richard Canning is the editor of Between Men: Best New Gay Fiction, and two collections of interviews with gay writers, Gay Fiction Speaks and Hear Us Out.
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