Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde: In Memoriam, De Profundis is a book written by Andre Gide, a French author and Nobel Prize winner. The book is a tribute to Oscar Wilde, a renowned Irish writer and playwright who was imprisoned for homosexuality in the late 19th century. The book is divided into two parts. The first part, In Memoriam, is a collection of reflections and anecdotes about Wilde's life and work. Gide describes Wilde as a brilliant and witty writer who was ahead of his time, and laments the injustice of his imprisonment and subsequent downfall.The second part, De Profundis, is a letter that Wilde wrote to his former lover, Lord Alfred Douglas, while he was in prison. The letter is a deeply personal and emotional account of Wilde's experiences, thoughts, and feelings during his imprisonment. He reflects on his past mistakes and expresses his regret for his actions, while also expressing his love for Douglas and his hope for the future.Gide's book is a powerful tribute to Wilde's legacy and a moving exploration of the themes of love, regret, and redemption. It offers a unique perspective on Wilde's life and work, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of literature and LGBTQ+ rights.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.