Oscar Wilde 1854-1900

Irish-born author, playwright, and poet Oscar Wilde is known not only for his works of literature but also as one of the leading members of late nineteenth century England's aestheticism movement.

Some of his famous works include The Importance of Being Earnest and Lady Windermere's Fan. His eccentricities and unconventional lifestyle at the time drew public attention, but pale in comparison to his important contribution to modern literature.

MAJOR WORKS:
• Importance of Being Earnest
• The Picture of Dorian Gray
• An Ideal Husband
• A Woman of No Importance
• Lady Windermere's Fan
• The Ballad of Reading Gaol