When Was Oscar Wilde In Prison In Reading?

Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde born in Ireland on 16th October was a famous Irish playwright, novelist, short poetry writer and freemason. In the latte Victorian London, Oscar Wilde was very famous for his clever witted work and was also among the absolutely successful playwright, he was also famous among the fashion and media world as he also made it as one of the greatest celebrities of his period.

A famous trail led to his dramatic downfall, thus leading him to be imprisoned after being charged of "gross indecency" that meant homosexual acts. On may 25th 1985, Wilde was convicted to homosexuality and was thus sentenced to two years of hard labour. While in jail he was not allowed to write and was suppose to spend his time away from his most passionate work. But later times changed when a governor got friendly with him, and provided him with a pen and paper to jot down his thoughts.

Add Comment

Report