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Importance of Being Earnest (version 5)

Oscar Wilde

Importance of Being Earnest (version 5)

Importance of Being Earnest (version 5)

Oscar Wilde

The Importance of Being Earnest, written by Oscar Wilde in 1895, is a comedic play that centers on two bachelors, Jack Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff, who create false identities to escape their social responsibilities. Their deceptions spiral into chaos when they both fall in love with women who are unaware of their true identities. The play is notable for its witty dialogue and satirical take on Victorian society, particularly regarding marriage and social conventions.

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