The Cambridge Companion to Oscar Wilde offers an essential introduction to one of the theatres most important and enigmatic writers. Although a general overview; the volume also offers some of the latest thinking on the dramatist and his impact on the twentieth century. Part One places Wildes work within the cultural and historical context of his time and includes an opening essay by Wildes grandson; Merlin Holland. Further chapters also examine Wilde and the Victorians and his image as a Dandy. Part Two looks at Wildes essential work as playwright and general writer; including his poetry; critiques; and fiction; and provides detailed analysis of such key works as Salome and The Importance of Being Earnest among others. The third group of essays examines the themes and factors which shaped Wildes work and includes Wilde and his view of the Victorian woman; Wildes sexual identities; and interpreting Wilde on stage. This 1997 volume also contains a detailed chronology of Wildes work; a guide to further reading; and illustrations from important productions.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful. For fans and students of Spanish; European and World CinemaBy A CustomerThis a concise; informative and very entertaining book on Spanish cinema. Its an eclectic book (theres no emphasis on Bunuel or Almodovar to the exclusion of all else) but this means that the chapters cover subjects like early Spanish cinema; Spanish cinema during the dictatorship and during the political transition. The book has several interviews with important people in Spanish cinema. There is also a fascinating chapter on Basque cinema; a beautifully written chapter on the theme of childhood in Spanish cinema; a great chapter on sexy Spanish film stars and chapters on two auteurs - the more serious one on Carlos Saura and a lively; fun one on a director called Julio Medem thats probably the best bit of the book. Id never heard of Medem before but now Ive seen two of his films on video (The Red Squirrel and Lovers of the Arctic Circle)and theyve both become my favourites. Stone writes with a confident and expert tone thats stylish and almost always accessible and you come away having learned as much about the history of Spain as you do about its cinema. I can recommend this book very highly to fans and students of Spanish and European cinema.