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A Woman of No Importance
A Woman of No Importance
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1893
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Oscar Wilde's A Woman of No Importance tackles societal hypocrisy and gender roles with sharp wit and compelling dialogue. Critics praise Wilde's incisive critique of Victorian society and his poignant, layered characters. However, some feel the play's moralizing can be heavy-handed, and its plot predictable. Overall, it remains a powerful, thought-provoking work.
Who Should Read A Woman of No Importance?
A reader who enjoys A Woman of No Importance by Oscar Wilde likely appreciates witty dialogue, social satire, and complex characters. Fans of Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest or Shaw's Pygmalion may find this play appealing. These readers are often drawn to works critiquing Victorian society and exploring themes of gender and class.
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