Selected Poems of Oscar Wilde

Name: Selected Poems of Oscar Wilde
Author: Oscar Wilde

By Oscar Wilde

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A selection of poems by Oscar Wilde gathers early lyric pieces alongside later, darker work, most notably a long prison ballad reflecting on crime, guilt, and execution. The collection moves between decorative, witty poems concerned with art, love, and classical themes, and more sober, dramatic meditations on suffering, remorse, and social hypocrisy. Forms include sonnets, villanelles, and narrative balladry, with language that alternates epigrammatic paradox, ornate imagery, and plainspoken moral observation. Recurring motifs are beauty, mortality, betrayal, and the conflict between aesthetic desire and human consequence.

About the Author

Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde was an Irish poet, playwright, and novelist, renowned for his wit and flamboyant style. He is best known for his plays, including "A Woman of No Importance" and "An Ideal Husband," which showcase his sharp social commentary and exploration of morality. Wilde's literary contributions extend to essays and poetry, with works such as "De Profundis" reflecting his personal struggles and philosophical insights. His unique voice and aesthetic ideals have left a lasting impact on literature, making him a key figure in the Victorian era and a celebrated part of literary heritage.