The Importance of Being Earnest
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Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest stands as a brilliant satire of Victorian society, blending sharp wit and comedy. First performed in 1895, the play exposes the absurdities of social conventions, identity, and the pursuit of marriage. The edition includes an essay by Joseph Donahue analyzing the critical reception of Wilde's play through the decades. Readers are invited to enjoy Wilde’s dazzling language while reflecting on the deeper truths behind the laughter.
