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The Importance Of Being Earnest

The Importance Of Being Earnest

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by Oscar Wilde
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The full text of Oscar Wilde's beloved comedy of manners, including exclusive commentary, selections from Wilde's correspondence, and excerpts from the original four-act version. The Importance of Being Earnest shows a full measure of Oscar Wilde's legendary wit, and embodies more than any of his other plays his decency and warmth. This edition contains substantial excerpts from the original four-act version which was never produced, as well as the full text of the final three-act version, selections from Wilde's correspondence, and commentary by George Bernard Shaw, Max Beerbohm, St. John Hankin, and James Agate. “It is exquisitely trivial, a delicate bubble of fancy and it has its philosophy; that we should treat all trivial things of life seriously, and all the serious things of life with sincere and studied triviality.” –Oscar Wilde

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ISBN13: 9780380012770
ISBN10: 0380012774
Language: English
Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks
Publication Year: 1976
Format: Paperback

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    Witty, charming comedy blending humor with social critique.

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    If you're looking for a play that wittily satirizes Victorian manners while making you smile, Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest is a perfect choice. Its clever dialogue and playful treatment of serious themes wrapped in delightful triviality will charm anyone who enjoys smart comedy with a touch of warmth. Plus, the additional commentary and historical insights make this edition a treat for literature lovers.
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