- Paperback: 1280 pages
- Publisher: Collins; Revised edition edition (4 Oct 1999)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 000472383X
- ISBN-13: 978-0004723839
- Product Dimensions: 20.1 x 13.2 x 5.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 927,377 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The centennial edition of The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde, the only truly complete and authoritative single-volume edition of Oscar Wilde’s works.
A new centennial edition of the bestselling Complete Worlks of Oscar Wilde: now published in a special papreback centennial edition to commemorate the 100th anniversary of his death, with a revision of The Ballad of Reading Gaol by Merlin Holland, Oscar’s grandson.
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Continuously in print since 1948, the 'Collins Complete Works of Oscar Wilde' has long been established as the most comprehensive and authoritative single-volume collection of Wilde's work available, containing his only novel, 'The Picture of Dorian Gray,' as well as his plays, stories, poems, essays and letters, all in their most authoritative texts.
This new illustrated edition, specially published to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Wilde's death, incorporates new revisions to the text of 'The Ballard of Reading Gaol.' The book includes introductions to each section by Merlin Holland (Oscar Wilde's grandson), Owen Dudley Edwards, Declan Kiberd and Terence Brown.
Also included is a comprehensive bibliography of works by and about Oscar Wilde, and a chronological table of his life and work.
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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Wilde can not be beaten - whether it is his passionate poetry, witty plays or his masterpieces - 'The Picture of Dorian Grey' and the breathtaking letter "De Profundis". He is sensual and so human that one can not help but cry and laugh along with his work. His philosophy, doctrines and morals combine with a tremendous feel for the beautiful and entertaining to produce the most remarkable works. So much love and pain is evident in all his pieces that they do not only affect one as fascinating examples of art but are instead felt in one's life.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Wilde's work is fantastic - witty and hilarious but he also had an amazing way of getting to the truth of things, especially when in the context of human behaviour. I'm afraid I feel the need to respond to Fredi's review stating that the price is an insult to Wilde's genious... Firstly, he is dead, so he won't be missing out and I'm pretty sure his works sell well enough that his family don't need to worry about that side either. Secondly, I personally am really pleased to see the price of this - to me it says that just about anyone can afford to have their own copy to enjoy, and to me that is fantastic - I'm reasonably sure that Wilde would agree with me. Wilde is one of the great authors in history, up there with the likes of Shakespeare, and I really believe that everyone should have access to this wonderful literature - so well done Amazon for bringing it to us so affordably!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I got this book for my birthday because I'm a huge Oscar Wilde fan. It contains every single one of his works, including letters and poems, so it's an amazing buy and definitely worth it (the price is great too!!).
The only downfall is the font; it's too small! I find this one of the main trade-off's in Collins Classics. The price is great but the font is definitely too small and hard to read. I wish they would make it bigger because it becomes unbearable at times.
The only downfall is the font; it's too small! I find this one of the main trade-off's in Collins Classics. The price is great but the font is definitely too small and hard to read. I wish they would make it bigger because it becomes unbearable at times.
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The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde - A Review by Barry Van-Asten
Oscar Wilde [1854-1900], the Irish dramatist, author and poet was one of the leading lights in the `decadent' movement, celebrated for his flamboyant style and caustic wit! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr. B. P. Van-asten
Good for detailed study.
A well detailed book for students who need full background to all aspects of Oscar Wilde including plays, poetry, prose and critiques -- all in one for under £10 !
Published 4 months ago by JMB
A Beautiful book
I bought this for two reasons.
Firstly I am studying English literature at A level, and thought Oscar Wilde would be perfect for my wider reading I need for the course. Read more
Firstly I am studying English literature at A level, and thought Oscar Wilde would be perfect for my wider reading I need for the course. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Glenn
Wilde Humour
I first read The Picture Of Dorian Gray at University and loved it, so I thought I'd read Wilde's other works and it wasn't a disappointment. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Carlperci
Lovely wild
After watching the film Wilde, it is quite impossible to stop reading this book. After reading this book it is also impossible to not watch - again and again - the film. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Douglas Machado
Outstanding service received from Spinetinglers
I paid for a used copy of the collective works of Oscar Wilde (Collins hardback) which was located in the USA. It got lost in transit and never arrived. Read more
Published on 12 May 2010 by N. Fulford
Great collection, not easy to read ......
The works of Oscar Wilde needs no further review - this is a classic collection. However, the print fonts are too small - that's the trade-off for the value edition. Read more
Published on 1 Nov 2009 by Soumitra Bose
Superb
Wilde's personal style and sparkling wit make this collection a treasure. Wilde is undoubtedly the greatest playwright this country has ever produced. Buy it.
Published on 31 July 2000
Oscar Wilde--the BOSS...
Oscar Wilde's consummate skill in shedding light on the deepest recesses of the human psyche and his inimitable wit can only be compared to living a thousand lives in the twinkling... Read more
Published on 12 Feb 2000 by akasa74@hotmail.com
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