A House of Pomegranates by Oscar Wilde

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Author Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900
Title A House of Pomegranates
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_House_of_Pomegranates
Note Reading ease score: 83.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents The young king -- The birthday of the Infanta -- The fisherman and his soul -- The Star-child.
Credits Transcribed from the 1915 Methuen and Co. edition by David Price
Summary "A House of Pomegranates" by Oscar Wilde is a collection of fairy tales written during the late 19th century. The stories explore themes of beauty, suffering, and moral dilemmas in fantastical settings, inviting readers to engage with a world that is both enchanting and haunting. In the opening tale, "The Young King," the protagonist is a boy of noble birth, raised in a forest but suddenly thrust into the opulent life of a king, confronting the stark realities that come with wealth and power. At the start of "The Young King," we meet the young King on the eve of his coronation, reflecting on his newfound status amid the grandeur of the palace. We learn that he was raised by a peasant family and is now grappling with the contrast between his rustic origins and the opulence he is to inherit. In this portion, he dreams vivid dreams that reveal the darker truths of his kingdom: the exploitation of the poor, the inherent sacrifices of beauty, and the moral weight of his royal robes. As he awakens, he is faced with the decision of whether to don the regal garb that symbolizes a life of privilege built on the suffering of others—a poignant setup that invites speculation about his future choices and the responsibilities of leadership. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fairy tales
Subject Children's stories, English
Subject Short stories, English
Category Text
EBook-No. 873
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 26, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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