De Profundis by Oscar Wilde Paperback Book 9781513271231

Oscar Wildes emotionally raw manuscript details the inner turmoil surrounding his relationship with Lord Alfred Douglas following his controversial arrest and conviction for gross indecency Its an honest and intimate look at the author in his most vulnerable state Oscar Wilde spent two years in prison from 1895 to 1897 It was during this time that he wrote a 50000word letter to his former lover and friend Lord Alfred Douglas Published under the title De Profundis its an exploration of Wilde and Douglas relationship which was fueled by passion and disfunction The writer criticizes Douglas vanity and lack of integrity while revealing his growth and spiritual development De Profundis is arguably one of Oscar Wildes most candid works It was greatly affected by his physical and mental isolation during confinement Despite his conditions Wilde managed to produce a raw and unfiltered piece about love loss and spiritual renewal With an eyecatching new cover and professionally typeset manuscript this edition of De Profundis is both modern and readable