A Woman of No Importance
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Summary
The play «A Woman of No Importance» by Oscar Wilde delves into themes of hypocrisy, morality, and social norms of Victorian society. Set in the country house of Lord Illingworth, a group of aristocrats gathers. The main character, Mrs. Arbuthnot, harbors a secret about her past and the origins of her son Gerald. Lord Illingworth, an influential and cynical man, offers Gerald a job, unaware that he is his father. The conflict intensifies when the truth is revealed, and Mrs. Arbuthnot is forced to confront Illingworth, defending her son's honor and future. The play concludes with Gerald rejecting Illingworth's offer and choosing a life with his mother, turning away from the hypocrisy of high society.
Date of publication: 29 January 2025
Last updated: 6 February 2025
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Genre: Drama