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Exploring the stark realities of prison life, the narrative delves into how confinement strips away illusions, revealing the true nature of people and existence. The contrast between the immobile prisoners and the constantly moving outside world highlights a profound understanding of authenticity versus deception. Through this lens, the story reflects on the deeper insights gained from stillness, suggesting that those trapped in the chaos of life may be more blind to reality than those who are imprisoned.
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- Title
- De Profundis
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Oscar Wilde
- Publisher
- Cosimo Classics
- Released
- 2020
- Pages
- 138
- ISBN13
- 9781646792795
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, True Stories, Biographies, Poetry, Philosophical Topics, Classics, Autobiographies & Memoirs, Love, LGBTQ+, Opinion Journalism & Essays, Betrayal, Letters, Homosexuality, Frauds, Prison, Correspondence, Wisdom of Life, Pain, Heartbreak, Disappointment, 1st Half of the 20th Century, Prisoners
- First published
- 1905
- Original title
- De Profundis
- Rating
- 4.2 out of 5
- Description
- Exploring the stark realities of prison life, the narrative delves into how confinement strips away illusions, revealing the true nature of people and existence. The contrast between the immobile prisoners and the constantly moving outside world highlights a profound understanding of authenticity versus deception. Through this lens, the story reflects on the deeper insights gained from stillness, suggesting that those trapped in the chaos of life may be more blind to reality than those who are imprisoned.