Oscar's ghost : the passionate battle over Oscar Wilde's legacy
Lee, Laura, 1969-2017
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After the death of Oscar Wilde, two of the playwright's closest friends - both former lovers - went to battle against each other over who would control the narrative about Wilde's life, and who history would blame for his death. The battle between Lord Alfred 'Bosie' Douglas, the playwright's greatest love, and Robert Ross, Wilde's friend and literary executor, was particularly ugly, and led to the revelation of sexual secrets and personal letters, blackmail, stalking, and no fewer than five lawsuits. It was a struggle that was not only to have serious consequences for the two participants, but which also affected how Oscar Wilde is remembered today. 'Oscar's Ghost' focuses solely on this heated feud, considering as fairly as possible the dramatic events and questionable actions of all parties involved.
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Author:
Lee, Laura, 1969-, author
Imprint:
Stroud : Amberley, 2017.
Collation:
384 pages ; 24 cm
ISBN:
9781445662589 (hbk. :)
Language:
English
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BRN:
2509738
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