The Importance of Being Earnest (Legend Classics) by Oscar Wilde

The Importance of Being Earnest (Legend Classics)

Oscar Wilde

76 pages • first pub 1895 (editions)

fiction classics play funny lighthearted fast-paced

Description

The final comic or dramatic work from undisputed genius Oscar Wilde, The Importance of Being Earnest, A Trivial Comedy for Serious People is his most enduring popular play and a must-read for any Wilde fan.A farcical comedy in which the protagonis...

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Moods

funny 97%
lighthearted 84%
relaxing 18%
reflective 10%
adventurous 3%
hopeful 3%
mysterious 3%
challenging 1%
emotional 1%
inspiring 1%
tense 1%

Pace

fast 82%
medium 16%
slow 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 51% | A mix: 28% | Plot: 19%

Strong character development?

No: 49% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 19% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 12% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 88% | N/A: 4% | Yes: 4% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 10% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.18

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