The Happy Prince, and Other Tales by Oscar Wilde
"The Happy Prince, and Other Tales" by Oscar Wilde is a collection of enchanting short stories crafted during the late 19th century, specifically in the Victorian era. This book delves into themes of compassion, sacrifice, and the nature of true happiness, primarily intended for children but resonating with readers of all ages. It consists of five distinct tales that explore the moral complexities of life and love through whimsical and poignant narratives.In the title story, "The Happy Prince," a gilded statue and a compassionate swallow forge a bond as they help the less fortunate, revealing the depths of human suffering hidden beneath a facade of beauty. The swallow sacrifices its own well-being to deliver jewels and gold from the statue to those in need. The other stories in the collection follow similar patterns of sacrifice and selflessness, depicting a nightingale's tragic love for a student in "The Nightingale and the Rose," a giant's redemption through the joy of children in "The Selfish Giant," and the pitfalls of shallow friendship in "The Devoted Friend." Each tale is woven with Wilde's signature stylistic elegance, presenting valuable life lessons that resonate even today. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Happy Prince, and Other Tales |
| Note | Reading ease score: 88.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Happy_Prince_and_Other_Tales |
| Contents | The happy prince -- The nightingale and the rose -- The selfish giant -- The devoted friend -- The remarkable rocket. |
| Credits | David Price and Paul Redmond |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Subject | Children's stories, English |
| Subject | Short stories, English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 902 |
| Release Date | May 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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