Publisher's Synopsis
The Shame Of Oscar Wilde: From The Shorthand Reports (1906) is a book by Michael William Thomas Howe that provides a detailed account of the trial of Oscar Wilde. The book is based on the shorthand reports of the trial that were taken down by the court stenographer during the proceedings.The trial of Oscar Wilde was one of the most sensational trials of the 19th century. Wilde, a celebrated playwright and poet, was accused of committing acts of homosexuality, which was then considered to be a criminal offense. The trial lasted for several days and was widely covered by the press.The Shame Of Oscar Wilde: From The Shorthand Reports (1906) provides a blow-by-blow account of the trial, including the testimony of witnesses, the arguments of the lawyers, and the verdict of the jury. The book also includes a detailed analysis of the legal issues involved in the case and the social and cultural context in which the trial took place.Overall, The Shame Of Oscar Wilde: From The Shorthand Reports (1906) is a comprehensive and insightful account of one of the most important trials in the history of English law. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of Oscar Wilde, as well as for those interested in the history of sexuality and the law in the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
