The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde
Enriched edition.By Oscar Wilde
Length80h 37m
About this audiobook
The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde is a compendium that showcases the dazzling breadth of Wilde's literary genius, featuring his renowned plays, poignant poetry, and incisive prose. Esteemed for his wit and aesthetic style, Wilde employs a flamboyant and richly textured language that invites readers into a world where social norms are both critiqued and satirized. The collection not only delineates the fin-de-siècle sensibility but also provides insight into the complexities of identity, morality, and desire that permeated Victorian society, positioning Wilde as a central figure in the Aesthetic Movement and later discussions of modern literature. Oscar Wilde, born in Dublin in 1854, emerged as a prominent literary figure known for his brilliant repartee and flamboyant persona. His life, marked by scandal and personal tragedy, profoundly informed his works, reflecting themes of duality and the pursuit of beauty versus societal acceptance. Wilde's experiences, particularly his trials for homosexuality, imbue his writing with a sense of urgency and authenticity that resonates with readers seeking deeper societal critiques. This collection is a must-read for those interested in understanding the complexities of human experience through the lens of wit and irony. Wilde's works encourage the examination of societal constructs while celebrating the beauty of language and expression—a testament to the enduring power of literary art.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★★ 4.6 (23K)
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length80 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 25, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Author Biography
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 1)
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6The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 2)
7The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 3)
8The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 4)
9The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 5)
10The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 6)
11The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 7)
12The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 8)
13The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 9)
14The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 10)
15The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 11)
16The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 12)
17The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 13)
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19The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 15)
20The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 16)
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22The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 18)
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24The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 20)
25The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 21)
26The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 22)
27The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 23)
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29The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 25)
30The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 26)
31The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 27)
32The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 28)
33The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 29)
34The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 30)
35The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 31)
36The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (more than 150 Works) (pt. 32)
37Analysis
38Reflection
39Memorable Quotes
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