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vishalancyrus's review against another edition
4.0
"A Woman of No Importance" stands as an everlasting monument, bearing testament to Wilde's unassailable genius in blending scintillating wit, caustic satire, and societal introspection. It is an iridescent tapestry, meticulously woven with indelible characters and intellectually invigorating discourse. Whether one is an ardent devotee of Wilde's prodigious talents or merely seeks the thrill of a masterfully crafted play, "A Woman of No Importance" stands resolute as an imperative literary sojourn, leaving an indelible imprint upon the grand tapestry of human nature and the relentless judgment of society.
manglitter's review against another edition
4.0
That was so enjoyable to read. It's my first time reading this play and it was such a great discovery.
eljames's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
thevillainschronicles's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
All thought is immoral. It's the very essence of destruction. If you think anything, you kill it. Nothing survives being thought of.
This is my fourth Oscar Wilde and I have to say that somehow, it is a contender for my favorite. While The Picture of Dorian Gray, his masterpiece, is a slick esoteric trip with panache, A Woman of No Importance takes the wit and nonsensical 19th-century British society with flair to write a drama-filled comic masterpiece in 5 acts, filled with questions about womanhood in the 19th century.
Between discussions of religion, marriage, hopes, and dreams, the women in this story are trapped in a role of complacency, coming to life at the will of their idiotic husbands' calumnious self-importance.
The title itself, A Woman of No Importance is a choice referring to one of the characters, unwed, with a child, who has chosen a path of single motherhood instead of marrying a moronic lover who is, by the end, The Man of No Importance.
This book is easy to read, a true page-turner that won't fail to make you laugh. Highly recommend.
This is my fourth Oscar Wilde and I have to say that somehow, it is a contender for my favorite. While The Picture of Dorian Gray, his masterpiece, is a slick esoteric trip with panache, A Woman of No Importance takes the wit and nonsensical 19th-century British society with flair to write a drama-filled comic masterpiece in 5 acts, filled with questions about womanhood in the 19th century.
Between discussions of religion, marriage, hopes, and dreams, the women in this story are trapped in a role of complacency, coming to life at the will of their idiotic husbands' calumnious self-importance.
The title itself, A Woman of No Importance is a choice referring to one of the characters, unwed, with a child, who has chosen a path of single motherhood instead of marrying a moronic lover who is, by the end, The Man of No Importance.
This book is easy to read, a true page-turner that won't fail to make you laugh. Highly recommend.
pershephone's review against another edition
5.0
The only crime commited here is that it is too short
hoedini's review against another edition
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
vale_vigo's review against another edition
4.0
Un libro que demuestra la fuerza de una mujer, una mujer del siglo XIX. Que a pesar de pasar tantas cosas. Consigue salir adelante por el amor que le tiene a su hijo
borislavd's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
2.5
ruinedlanguage's review against another edition
3.0
[3.5] Definitely not as funny as “The Importance of Being Earnest” but the writing was beautiful and the ending was so satisfying.