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Oscar Wilde
Fairy tales, ghost stories, detective fiction and comedies of manners - the stories collected in this volume made Oscar Wilde’s name as a writer of fiction, showing skill in a…
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Enthralled by Dorian Gray’ own exquisite portrait, he exchanges his soul for eternal youth and beauty. Influenced by his friend Lord Henry Wotton, he is drawn into a corrupt double…
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With warmth, tenderness and quiet wit, Oscar Wilde’s fables and fairy tales have moved and delighted for generations. In this selection are stories from The Happy Prince and A House…
Includes plays such as Lady Windermere’s Fan , Salome , A Woman of No Importance , An Ideal Husband , A Florentine Tragedy and The Importance of Being Earnest .
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Tells the story of Dorian Gray, a beautiful yet corrupt man. When he wishes that a perfect portrait of himself would bear the signs of ageing in his place, the…
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Enthralled by his own exquisite portrait, Dorian Gray exchanges his soul for eternal youth and beauty.
This is an edition of Oscar Wilde’s essay in dialogue form, on the theme of art versus life. Two fashionably decadent talkers engaged in the chit-chat of the day -…
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In arguably the most complete exploration of his aesthetic thinking, and certainly the most entertaining, Wilde harnesses his famous wit to demolish the supposed boundary between art and criticism.
Horror hides behind an attractive face in ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’, Oscar Wilde’s tale of a notorious Victorian libertine and his life of evil excesses.
One of the key launch titles in the Faber Children’s stylish Liberty Classics range, The Happy Prince and Other Tales is one of Oscar Wilde’s most charming and popular children’s…
Alongside Earnest, discover a biblical tragedy retold, Lady Windemere and her infamous fan and Wilde’s take on an ideal husband, in this play.
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During his prolific career, Oscar Wilde also wrote several stories for children and fairy tales. In these stories Wilde really expressed his affection for aesthetic writing. His children’s tales are…
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A beautifully illustrated collection of Oscar Wilde’s favourite children’s tales known and loved throughout the world. It includes: The Happy Prince The Selfish Giant The Nightingale and the Rose This…
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A Critic in Pall Mall is an Oscar Wilde literary criticism text that examines the works of English literary giants. The Oscar Wilde book includes these literary studies: The tomb…
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Crafted by the skilled hands of Geppetto, Pinocchio comes to life with a desire for adventure and excitement. However, his mischievous nature leads him down a path of deception and…
Follow the heartwarming journey of Sam, a resilient young boy, as he faces the challenges of bullying and strives to find common ground with his former adversary, Tommy. The story…
As Maddie tries various creative methods to dislodge her stubborn tooth, readers will be captivated by her resilience and resourcefulness. From enlisting the help of her faithful canine companion to…
Dorian Gray is the subject of a full-length portrait in oil by Basil Hallward, an artist impressed and infatuated by Dorian's beauty; he believes that Dorian's beauty is responsible for…
''The Shark Monster circled the wreckage, its eyes fixed on the lone survivor with a hunger that chilled him to the core. With each pass, it drew closer, its massive…
My Grandparents And Me" is a touching tale of love, resilience, and the enduring bond between grandparents and grandchildren. Set against the backdrop of a quaint town nestled amidst rolling…
These hugely popular short stories have become global favorites since they were first published!
Oscar Wilde made up these very special fairy stories for children. He was telling them more…
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The Canterville Ghost is a delightful and humorous novella by Oscar Wilde that blends elements of comedy and the supernatural. Set in the English countryside, the story revolves around the…
""Salom? A Tragedy in One Act"" is a play written by Oscar Wilde in 1891, inspired by the biblical story of Salome. Set in the court of King Herod, the…
In this magical fairytale collection, Oscar Wilde beautifully evokes (among others) the Happy Prince who was not so happy after all, the Selfish Giant who learned to love little children…
Here is Oscar Wilde's most brilliant tour de force, a witty and buoyant comedy of manners that has delighted millions in countless productions since its first performance in London's St…
Jayson is a 27 year old handsome billionaire that has looks that can get any lady off her feet his browns sexy eyes, dashing hair and gorgeous red lips Jayson…
Indulge your senses in the decadent allure of Oscar Wilde's masterful exploration of beauty, morality, and the dark undercurrents of human desire - "The Picture of Dorian Gray." Immerse yourself…
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"Enter a world cloaked in mystery and darkness, where the legends of old come to life in 'Blood Moon Over Transylvania.' This captivating storybook transports readers to the hauntingly beautiful…
Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray is the story of a man who makes a devilish pact never to grow old.
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The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde, a beloved Gothic masterpiece of supernatural terror, is now available in an exquisite hardcover edition, featuring a striking cover and distinctive interior…
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When handsome young Dorian Gray sees a painter's stunning portrait of him, he is transfixed by its reflection of his own beauty. He is also troubled by the knowledge that…
In Oscar Wilde's haunting masterpiece, The Picture of Dorian Gray, a young man's pact with is own portrait leads to a chilling exploration of vanity, morality and the consequences of…
From the moment Erik was born, his destiny was entwined with that of his kingdom. Raised in the shadow of his parents' mysterious disappearance, he yearns to uncover the truth…
But when Curiosity stumbles upon an ancient artifact buried in the Martian soil, it triggers an encounter with beings from beyond the stars! Suddenly, Curiosity finds itself face-to-face with aliens…
Set in a picturesque small town nestled amidst rolling hills and lush forests, the story follows Lily, a bright and imaginative young girl with a penchant for forgetting things. Despite…
"The Importance of Being Earnest: A Trivial Comedy for Serious People" by Oscar Wilde is a timeless masterpiece that effortlessly blends razor-sharp wit with social satire, creating a scintillating commentary…
Oscar Wilde's comedic masterpiece, The Importance of Being Earnest, is a delightful romp through Victorian society's absurdities. With razor-sharp wit and dazzling wordplay, Wilde satirizes marriage, social expectations, and the…
Oscar Wilde wrote a lot, from criticism, articles, and reviews to novels, poetry, short tales, plays, and even children's writing. Among them are two of his masterworks, masterpieces that won…
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This collection brings together some of Oscar Wilde's most powerful poetry. From the dark beauty of 'The Sphinx' to the biting wit of 'The Ballad of Reading Gaol, ' these…
Gloriously adapted and illustrated by the winner of the British Book Awards Nibbie for Children's Illustrated Book of the Year and the Waterstones Children's Book Prize. Swallow is a homeless…
A beautiful collector’s edition of five of Oscar Wilde’s classic plays
The young, beautiful gentleman, Dorian Gray, is drawn into a double life of decadence by the seductive and fabulously witty Lord Henry Wotton. A Faustian bargain is made by Dorian…
Featuring a chronology of the author’s life and career, and a timeline of significant events to provide historical context, these Enriched Classics editions make an ideal introduction to these of…
Dorian Gray gives his soul for eternal youth. While his portrait changes hideously, reflecting his crimes and corruption, he remains outwardly flawless. This new edition uses the 1891 expanded text…
Over 120 years after Oscar Wilde submitted The Picture of Dorian Gray for publication, the uncensored version of his novel appears here for the first time in a paperback edition…
