ISBN10: 0712669868, ISBN13: 9780712669863, [publisher: archi] Hardcover Sensational new biography of Wilde based on the author's discovery of some unpublished and little known source material, relating particularly to his sex life.Neil McKenna argues that our view of Oscar Wilde, even after Ellman's magisterial volume, is determined by Victorian sentimentality. In his own much more modern version of Wilde's story, he is not only extremely promiscuous but also a sort of campaigner for sexual freedom. He reveals, for example, that Wilde's relationship with Lord Alfred Douglas was not an idealistic doting on a beautiful boy, but that Bosie was the more dominant, experienced of the two, who used to go out hunting together for young boys. Wilde's last days in Paris were not, McKenna shows, miserable and defeated; Paris was for him an idyllic, sensual and intellectual playground free from the narrowness of London. This is a used book in good condition, meaning that it shows signs of wear but has no major defects.Most of our images are sourced automatically, so the book cover shown might be different to the edition we have in stock. This is an ex-library book.
[Wellington, New Zealand] [Publication Year: 2003]

London: Century. VG/VG Faint Edgewear. Pages Lightly Toning. Text Clean, Binding Tight. DJ In Mylar Wrap. Pages: 535.. Date: 2003. 1st Uk Edition. Hardcover.. 2003. Century ISBN 0712669868 9780712669863 [US]

Hardback. Good. ISBN 0712669868 9780712669863 [GB]

London: Century. The book and the dust jacket are bright and crisp with no noticeable flaws. Jacket in fresh mylar sleeve. True first edition with the full number line. Illustrated with photos. Since this book is a little bit larger than the average size, it will cost extra for overseas shipping. . Fine. Hardcover. 1st Edition. Date: 2003. 2003. Century ISBN 0712669868 9780712669863 [US]

ISBN10: 0712669868, ISBN13: 9780712669863, [publisher: Cornerstone, United Kingdom, London] Softcover Sensational new biography of Wilde based on the author's discovery of some unpublished and little known source material, relating particularly to his sex life. Neil McKenna argues that our view of Oscar Wilde, even after Ellman's magisterial volume, is determined by Victorian sentimentality. In his own much more modern version of Wilde's story, he is not only extremely promiscuous but also a sort of campaigner for sexual freedom. He reveals, for example, that Wilde's relationship with Lord Alfred Douglas was not an idealistic doting on a beautiful boy, but that Bosie was the more dominant, experienced of the two, who used to go out hunting together for young boys. Wilde's last days in Paris were not, McKenna shows, miserable and defeated; Paris was for him an idyllic, sensual and intellectual playground free from the narrowness of London. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
[Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2003]

Century, Date: 2003. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in poor condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,950grams, ISBN:9780712669863 2003. Century ISBN 0712669868 9780712669863 [GB]

ISBN10: 0712669868, ISBN13: 9780712669863, [publisher: Century] Hardcover This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in poor condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,950grams, ISBN:9780712669863
[Lincoln, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2003]