Oscar: A Life by Matthew Sturgis
“He rarely spoke of his childhood, beyond saying that he had been very, very happy."
Oscar Wilde's life was one of paradox. Born into a happy but unconventional family in Ireland, he was happily married, a father and a passionate lover of men. Well-known for his cutting wit and sarcasm - his many works ridiculed the faults of Victorian society. He achieved success as a playwright but he was also lauded and ridiculed in equal measure. His projected snobbery hid the fact that he was prone to great acts of kindness, and his disregard for authority would ultimately cause his downfall. His eventful life, including time in prison lead to his more dark and tragic writings. Wilde died almost alone, but today is remembered as a literary genius and an inspiration to all who seek to challenge convention.
When originally published in 2019 this definitive biography of Oscar Wilde by Matthew Sturgis was nominated for the Wolfson History prize and was The Sunday Times Book of the Year.
Paperback 2022
912 pages
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