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Oscar Wilde from Purgatory

Hester Travers Smith

Oscar Wilde from Purgatory

Oscar Wilde from Purgatory

Hester Travers Smith

Oscar Wilde from Purgatory, written by Hester Travers Smith, is a unique work published in the early 20th century that documents purported conversations with the spirit of Oscar Wilde through Ouija board sessions and automatic writing. Travers Smith, an Irish spiritualist medium, captures Wilde's reflections on life after death, his literary legacy, and critiques of contemporary works, including James Joyce's Ulysses. This text stands out for its blend of spiritualism and literary commentary, offering insight into Wilde's character and thoughts beyond the grave.

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Hester Dowden, who wrote under the name Hester Travers Smith, was an Irish spiritualist medium. She claimed to have comm...

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Biographer known for her deep exploration of Oscar Wilde's life and struggles.

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