Fantasy· Ireland

Happy Prince

Aggregate Editorial Score38/100

#111,715of 99,626 books

Published 1949English

About This Book

Oscar Wilde's Happy Prince (1949) stands as one of the most significant works of fantasy of its era. Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde (1949) is a notable work of fantasy from Ireland.

Book Details

Author	Oscar Wilde
Published	1949
Country of Origin	🇮🇪 Ireland
Language	English
Category	🐉 Fantasy
Editorial Score	38/100

About the Category

🐉 Fantasy

Stories set in imaginary worlds with magical or supernatural elements.

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Country of Origin

🇮🇪 Ireland

This book is part of Ireland's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde sits within the tradition of fantasy that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 1949 in Ireland, it engages with the human condition in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. With an editorial score of 38/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys. The appeal of Happy Prince lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of the human condition is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. Within Ireland's literary landscape, Oscar Wilde occupies a significant position. Happy Prince is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.

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