Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde: In Memoriam, De Profundis is a book written by Andre Gide as a tribute to the life and works of the famous Irish playwright and author, Oscar Wilde. The book is divided into two parts, the first being an introduction to Wilde's life and the second being a translation of Wilde's famous letter, De Profundis, which he wrote while serving time in prison for homosexuality.In the first part, Gide provides a detailed account of Wilde's life, from his childhood and education to his rise as a successful playwright and his eventual downfall due to his scandalous personal life. Gide also explores Wilde's literary works, including his plays, novels, and essays, and their impact on the literary world.The second part of the book is a translation of Wilde's letter, De Profundis, which he wrote to his former lover, Lord Alfred Douglas, while in prison. The letter is a reflection on Wilde's life, his relationship with Douglas, and his spiritual journey during his time in prison. It is considered one of Wilde's most profound and personal works.Overall, Oscar Wilde: In Memoriam, De Profundis is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of Wilde's life and works, as well as an important literary contribution in its own right.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.