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Book Description |
| The Happy Prince, and Other Tales (1888) is a collection of fairy tales by Oscar Wilde that blend beauty with moral lessons. The title story, The Happy Prince, tells of a golden statue of a prince who, with the help of a compassionate swallow, sacrifices his jewels and gold to help the poor of the city, leading to a moving tale of selflessness and love. Other stories in the collection, such as The Selfish Giant, The Nightingale and the Rose, and The Remarkable Rocket, explore themes of kindness, sacrifice, vanity, and the pursuit of true beauty. Wilde’s trademark wit, rich symbolism, and poignant insights into human nature make this collection both enchanting and thought-provoking. |
About Author |
| Oscar Wilde |
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Oscar Wilde (1854–1900) was an Irish playwright, poet, and novelist known for his sharp wit, flamboyant personality, and keen social critique. A leading figure of the Aesthetic Movement, Wilde championed “art for art’s sake” and became famous for his brilliant epigrams and satirical works. His only novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray (1890), is a Gothic masterpiece exploring vanity, moral corruption, and hedonism. Wilde’s plays, including The Importance of Being Earnest (1895) and An Ideal Husband (1895), are celebrated for their witty dialogue and comedic brilliance. He also wrote fairy tales, such as those in The Happy Prince and Other Tales (1888), which blend beauty with poignant social themes. Wilde’s career was cut short when he was imprisoned for “gross indecency” due to his homosexuality. After his release in 1897, he lived in exile in France, where he wrote The Ballad of Reading Gaol (1898), reflecting on his suffering. He died in 1900, leaving behind a legacy as one of literature’s most iconic and quotable figures. |
