A Woman of No Importance by Oscar Wilde
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| Author | Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900 |
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| Title | A Woman of No Importance |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Woman_of_No_Importance |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | David Price |
| Summary | "A Woman of No Importance" by Oscar Wilde is a play written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the complexities of social status, gender roles, and the nature of morality within English society, centering on various characters including Lord Illingworth, Mrs. Arbuthnot, and the young Gerald Arbuthnot. At the start of the play, the audience is introduced to a gathering at Hunstanton Chase, where social dynamics are established through the interactions of the characters, particularly highlighting the contrasting views between the established English aristocracy and the American newcomer, Hester Worsley. Hester's observations about English society reveal the superficiality of the characters around her, as they discuss topics of morality and societal norms in a light-hearted manner. The significance of genealogy and reputation is underscored as Lord Illingworth’s witty cynicism shapes the dialogue. The stage is set for the exploration of deeper themes around identity and morality, particularly through the perspectives of Mrs. Arbuthnot and her son Gerald, hinting at underlying tensions that will be further developed throughout the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Drama |
| Subject | English drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 854 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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