The Grolleau, Charles 1867-1940 creator text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Trial of Oscar Wilde" from the Shorthand Reports by Charles Grolleau is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work recounts the infamous trial of Oscar Wilde, a prominent playwright and poet in Victorian England, who faced prosecution for his homosexual relationships. The content delves into Wilde's life, the societal implications of his actions, and the ensuing scandal that culminated in his conviction and imprisonment. At the start of this account, readers are introduced to the background of Oscar Wilde and the societal landscape that culminated in his trial. The narrative outlines Wilde's eccentric character, highlighting his flamboyant lifestyle and controversial relationships, particularly with Lord Alfred Douglas, which drew the ire of the upper classes. Grolleau describes Wilde's descent from celebrity status to a convicted felon, detailing how his love for beauty and art clashed with the sullying societal norms of the time. The text sets a dramatic tone as it prepares the reader for a thorough exploration of the events leading to Wilde's trial and the profound repercussions of his actions on his life and legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-02-18 Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) Original publication data not identified Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900 -- Trials, litigation, etc. Taylor, Alfred, 1862 or 1863- -- Trials, litigation, etc. Queensberry, John Sholto Douglas, Marquis of, 1844-1900 -- Trials, litigation, etc. Trials (Slander) -- Great Britain KD Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38916 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38916 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133906.0 38916