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Oscar Wilde Books: A Guide to His Witty and Scandalous Classics

Leave a Comment / Fiction, Literary Icons, Poetry / By Chad McIntyre

Oscar Wilde is one of the most fascinating literary figures of the 19th century. Known for his biting wit, sharp social critiques, and a knack for stirring up scandal, his works remain as entertaining and thought-provoking today as they were over a century ago. In this post, I’ll walk you through some of Wilde’s best […]

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Sylvia Plath: A Brilliant Mind Wrapped in Genius and Tragedy

Sylvia Plath. The name alone carries a weighty resonance, doesn’t it? Equal parts literary genius and tragic enigma, she remains one of those rare figures who can simultaneously intrigue, inspire, and haunt anyone who dares to leaf through her work. Born in Massachusetts and gifted with an unnerving ability to peel back the layers of