Who wrote A Woman of No Importance?

A Woman of No Importance was written by Oscar Wilde.

How long does it take to read A Woman of No Importance?

A Woman of No Importance takes approximately 1h 48m to read (about 86 pages).

A Woman of No Importance

Oscar Wilde

1h 48m

21,407 words

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During a Victorian high society party, Gerald Arbuthnot is offered a coveted position with Lord Illingworth, a charismatic nobleman. But when Gerald introduces his mother, Mrs. Arbuthnot, to Lord Illingworth, she refuses to give her permission for him to accept the position. Gerald is confused, but Mrs. Arbuthnot is determined to keep her reasons a secret. A Woman of No Importance explores themes of marriage and morality, and satirizes the hypocrisy of Victorian society. It premiered in London in 1893, and is Oscar Wilde’s second drawing-room play, following his successful Lady Windermere’s Fan.

Drama Comedy Satire Victorian Literature 19th Century British Literature Classical Literature Social Comedy Marriage

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