Children in Prison and Other Cruelties of Prison Life

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Sprache - Englisch

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"Children in Prison and Other Cruelties of Prison Life" by Oscar Wilde is a letter that was written by the author to the editor of the London Daily Chronicle. Wilde states about child cruelty in prison and makes the argument that children under the age of 14 must not be imprisoned, implying that there were children under the age of 14 in prison with him. He writes a few stories about the gentleness of the recently fired prison guard. He explains why cruelty is tolerated in prison but kindness is not.


About the Author

Oscar Wilde (1854–1900) was a luminary of Victorian literature, whose flamboyant wit and audacity pervaded the era's artistic and social spheres. Born in Dublin, Ireland, he was educated at Trinity College and Oxford University, where he adopted the aesthetics movement's credo 'Art for art's sake'. Wilde's literary portfolio spans a diverse range of forms including poetry, plays, criticism, and prose. His most notable works include the novel 'The Picture of Dorian Gray', a tale of moral corruption and hedonism, and the comedic plays 'The Importance of Being Earnest' and 'An Ideal Husband', which skewer societal pretensions with sharp humor and irony. Apart from his acknowledged masterpieces, Wilde addressed more somber themes, such as in 'De Profundis', a poignant reflection written during his imprisonment. 'Children in Prison and Other Cruelties of Prison Life', albeit lesser-known, is a sober text that critiques the harsh penal system of his time. Wilde's writing is distinguished by its brilliant dialogues, satirical wit, and the celebration of beauty, which has solidified his status as a titanic figure in English literature. His works continue to be performed, read, and studied, both for their artistic brilliance and for their insight into Victorian society.

Product Details

Publisher: DigiCat

Genre: Sprache - Englisch

Language: English

Size: 121 Pages

Filesize: 520.6 KB

ISBN: 8596547048701

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