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Literary Fiction· Ireland

The Ballad of Reading Gaol

by Oscar Wilde
Aggregate Editorial Score40/100
#476of 98,734 books
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Published 1896English
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Oscar Wilde's The Ballad of Reading Gaol (1896) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. A celebrated work of literary fiction, The Ballad of Reading Gaol by Oscar Wilde (1896) offers an unflinching examination of the human condition.

Book Details

AuthorOscar Wilde
Published1896
Country of Origin🇮🇪 Ireland
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score40/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇮🇪 Ireland

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

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The Ballad of Reading Gaol by Oscar Wilde is a celebrated work of literary fiction published in 1896. It is widely regarded as an important contribution to its genre, exploring themes that resonate with readers across generations.

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The Ballad of Reading Gaol was written by Oscar Wilde, first published in 1896. Oscar Wilde is recognized as a significant author in the field of literary fiction.

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