Poems, with The Ballad of Reading Gaol

By Wilde, Oscar

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Title:	Poems, with The Ballad of Reading Gaol
Author:	Wilde, Oscar
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Language:	English
Subject:	Poetry \|Prisons \|Poetry, English literature
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Citation APA MLA Chicago 1854-1900, W. O. (n.d.). Poems, with The Ballad of Reading Gaol. Retrieved from https://www.gutenberg.cc/

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Project Gutenberg Source URL: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1057; Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.;Release date is 1997-10-01

Summary
"Poems, with The Ballad of Reading Gaol" by Oscar Wilde is a collection of poetry written during the late 19th century. This work encompasses various themes, from love and beauty to social justice and the human condition, reflecting Wilde's keen observations and exquisite literary style. The poems feature a range of subjects, including personal emotions, political reflections, and intricate imagery, showcasing his distinctive voice and artistry. The opening of this collection introduces readers to Wilde's lyrical prowess through a series of poignant verses. The first poem, "Hélas!", reflects a sense of melancholic reflection on lost wisdom and the passage of time. It explores themes of personal struggle and longing for deeper meaning. Following this, "Eleutheria" contains verses that engage with concepts of liberty and the dichotomy of love and pain, hinting at Wilde's complex relationship with societal ideals and personal desires. As the reader progresses through the text, they are invited into a world where the beauty of nature, the tragedy of loss, and the quest for identity intertwine beautifully, setting the stage for the rich and multifaceted poems that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Original publication data not identified; Digital edition editor: Transcribed from the 1913 Methuen & Co. edition by David Price