The Happy Prince And Other Tales by Oscar Wilde

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Book name:	The Happy Prince And Other Tales (2024)
Category:	Charity
Author:	Oscar Wilde
Pages:	100 pages
Language:	English
Publication data:	Jan. 1, 1888, midnight

The book is a collection of poignant and imaginative fairy tales that explore themes of compassion, sacrifice, and the disparity between wealth and poverty. The stories often feature anthropomorphized characters and fantastical elements, highlighting the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by the protagonists. Through rich symbolism and lyrical prose, the tales convey messages about the importance of kindness, selflessness, and the true meaning of happiness, often critiquing societal norms and the superficiality of material wealth. The 4573rd greatest book of all time

About the author

Oscar Wilde

15 books

Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde was an Irish playwright, poet, and author of numerous short stories, and one novel. Known for his biting wit, and a plentitude of aphorisms, he became one of the most successful playwrights of the late Victorian era in London, and one of the greatest celebrities of his day. Several of his plays continue to be widely performed, especially The Importance of Being Earnest.

As the result of a widely covered series of trials, Wilde suffered a dramatic downfall an… Read more