Literary Fiction· Ireland
The Importance of Being Earnest
by Oscar WildeAggregate Editorial Score40/100
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Published 1893English
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Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest (1893) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. The Importance of Being Earnest (1893) establishes Oscar Wilde as a significant voice in literary fiction, weaving together themes of identity, memory, and transformation.
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