Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde believed that art should not be judged by moral standards, as art is meant to be appreciated for its own sake and not held to the limitations of morality. He argued that art should be autonomous and not constrained by societal rules or norms, allowing individuals to experience beauty and truth in a pure and unadulterated form.

One of Oscar Wilde's best-known paradoxes is "I can resist anything except temptation." This statement plays on the idea that while one may have the willpower to resist many things, temptation is often the exception to the rule. This paradox highlights the conflicting nature of human desires and self-control.

Oscar Wilde used stock characters like dandies to satirize the superficiality and artificiality of society during his time. By exaggerating these characters, Wilde was able to critique and poke fun at the norms and values of the Victorian era. Additionally, these characters allowed Wilde to explore themes of identity, gender, and social class in a more engaging and provocative manner.

I interpret E Tenebris as an apology for sins that Oscar Wilde had committed. The sins could include his homosexuality, but that is not definite. He speaks of standing in front of the throne of God, and he says that he will go to hell for the sins he has committed. Towards the end of the poem when it is evident that Jesus is being mentioned, he seems to have remorse for committing those sins when Jesus suffered and died to save us from them.

He was being sardonic, but go watch "My Fair Lady" and listen to the way the actors say the words ... it almost is a different language. It might well have been without the invention of radio and recordings.

Oscar Wilde said, "A cynic is a man who knows the price of everything and the value of nothing." This quote highlights the idea that focusing solely on material worth can lead to a shallow or misguided understanding of what truly matters in life.

This quote from Oscar Wilde suggests that life should be lived with a sense of joy and humor, and that taking it too seriously can lead to unnecessary stress and worry. Wilde is advocating for finding the beauty and lightness in life rather than being bogged down by the seriousness of it.

"The amount of women in London who flirt with their own husbands is perfectly scandalous. It looks so bad. It is simply washing one's clean linen in public." quote by Oscar Wilde

The Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde.

The passage suggests that the last time the speaker saw him, he was walking down Lovers Lane while holding hands with someone, indicating a romantic connection. This imagery typically conveys intimacy and affection between the two individuals.

Irish, because the Irish Nationality and Citizenship Act of 1956

Yes, "The Importance of Being Earnest" by Oscar Wilde is considered a comedy of manners. It satirizes the social norms and values of the upper class while emphasizing witty dialogue and clever wordplay. The play is known for its humorous portrayal of Victorian society and its sharp critique of societal expectations.

Yes they each other, and in one unreferenced internet article it states they met at a dinner party in which Yeats was dazzled by Wilde's vocab. Yeats spent a Christmas with Wilde and his family in Tite Street and when Wilde was arrested Yeats went about London trying to convince people to sign a petition for Wilde's release

Patriotism, the virtue of the vicious.

A 1913 edition of Oscar Wilde's Poems signed by the author could be worth several thousand dollars, or even more depending on the condition of the book and the clarity of the signature. It would be recommended to consult with a rare book expert or auction house for a precise valuation.

Oscar Wilde died on November 30, 1900 at the age of 46.

A cynic is one who knows the price of everything and the value of nothing. Maybe, but Wilde died at only 46. At 56 I'd say a cynic is just a skeptic who's hit middle age.