Oscar Wilde
The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde, published in 1895, is a comedic play that satirizes the social norms and absurdities of Victorian England. The story revolves around two men, Jack and Algernon, who create fictitious personas to escape their responsibilities and pursue romantic interests. Through witty dialogue, mistaken identities, and farcical situations, Wilde explores themes of love, marriage, and social expectations. The play is celebrated for its clever humor, sharp satire, and exploration of identity, remaining one of Wilde’s most popular and enduring works.