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A Preface to Oscar Wilde offers a comprehensive examination of the cultural, personal and political forces that influenced Wilde's creative output. This detailed study focuses primarily on his fiction, critical dialogues and plays produced between 1890 and 1895, whilst also exploring his lesser-known works including poetry, journalism and letters. The analysis places Wilde's writing within multiple cultural contexts, examining his family background and Irish heritage, the relationship between his sexuality and his artistic reputation, and the broader intellectual movements that shaped his distinctive voice. Published by Routledge as part of the respected Preface Books series, this volume provides scholars, students and readers with essential insights into one of literature's most celebrated figures.

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Focuses on Wilde's major works including fiction, critical dialogues and plays written between 1890 and 1895.

Examines Wilde's family life, Irish inheritance and how these biographical elements influenced his writing.

Explores the impact of Wilde's sexuality on his literary reputation and creative output.

Includes analysis of lesser-known works such as Wilde's poetry, journalism and correspondence.

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28 February 2017
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04 January 2017

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