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by Oscar Wilde (Author)
Lady Windermere's Fan is a play written by Oscar Wilde, first performed in 1892. The story takes place in London in the late 19th century and follows the character of Lady Windermere, a young and beautiful woman who is married to Lord Windermere. Lady Windermere is known for her strict morals and high standards, but her world is turned upside down when she discovers that her husband may be having an affair with a mysterious woman named Mrs. Erlynne.As Lady Windermere tries to uncover the truth about her husband's relationship with Mrs. Erlynne, she becomes embroiled in a web of lies and deceit that threatens to destroy her reputation and her marriage. Along the way, she meets a cast of colorful characters, including the dashing Lord Darlington, who tries to win her affections, and the gossiping Duchess of Berwick, who revels in spreading rumors and scandal.Through witty dialogue and sharp social commentary, Wilde explores themes of love, marriage, morality, and the hypocrisy of Victorian society. Lady Windermere's Fan is a classic of English literature and a masterpiece of the Victorian era, showcasing Wilde's unparalleled talent for satire and his ability to capture the complexities of human relationships.There is not a GOOD woman in London who would not applaud me. We have been too lax. We must make an example. I propose to begin to-night. [Picking up fan.] Yes, you gave me this fan to-day; it was your birthday present. If that woman crosses my threshold, I shall strike her across the face with it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
