Lady Windermere's Fan by Oscar Wilde
"Lady Windermere's Fan" by Oscar Wilde is a play that was written during the late 19th century (Victorian era). The story revolves around Lady Windermere, whose marriage is put to the test when rumors surface about her husband's friendship with a notorious woman named Mrs. Erlynne. The play explores themes of fidelity, social conventions, and the complexities of human relationships. The opening of the play establishes Lady Windermere in her morning-room, where
she is preparing for a party in celebration of her birthday. As she interacts with Lord Darlington, their dialogue reveals her strong moral convictions and concerns about men's behavior. Soon after, the Duchess of Berwick enters and shares alarming gossip about Lady Windermere’s husband, indicating he is close to Mrs. Erlynne. Lady Windermere's growing anxiety regarding her husband's loyalty becomes palpable. She is initially in denial about the threat to her marriage, but as the conversation unfolds, she grapples with the potential reality of her husband's infidelity and the ensuing social scandal. The stage is set for a tense examination of marriage, trust, and the societal pressures that shape personal decisions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900 |
|---|---|
| Title | Lady Windermere's Fan |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lady_Windermere%27s_Fan |
| Credits | David Price |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Marriage -- Drama |
| Subject | Mothers and daughters -- Drama |
| Subject | Aristocracy (Social class) -- Drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 790 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2279 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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