English Confluence By CL Gautam

Ch-5 The Happy Prince -Oscar Wilde      Introduction of the Author Oscar Wilde was a multifaceted literary figure famous as an author, a playwright and a poet In late Victorian age. He was known for his brilliant wit and flamboyant style. He started his literary career just after completing his graduation from Oxford University. He published his only novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray in 1891. He was a successful dramatist and known for his satirical comedies as Lady Windermere's Fan (1892), A Woman of No Importance (1893) An Ideal Husband (1895) and The Importance of Being Earnest (1895). The last one was his most famous play. He died in utter poverty at the age of 46 Summary of the Chapter Swallow and the Prince It is a story with deep message about a prince who had lived a very happy life. He had never felt sorrow throughout his life. After his death, his beautiful statue was built and placed above a tall column, high above the city. It was decorated with gold and ...