Holland has written previous good books about his grandfather. In this new magnum opus, he considers not the life but the extraordinary array of legends, mysteries and industries that ensure, at least, that Wilde is not not talked about.
After Oscar: The Legacy of a Scandal
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Edition:Hardback978178770592016/10/2025From a Bookshelf nearby
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