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The Fisherman and his Soul

Author
Oscar Wilde
Series
Tales by Oscar Wilde
Language
English
Length
52 pages
ISBN
9781787360051
Published
19 January 2019
Imprint
Sovereign
  • Oscar Wilde
  • tales
  • The Selfish Giant
  • happiness
  • friendship
  • compassion
  • classic
  • children

Description

"The Fisherman and His Soul" by Oscar Wilde delves into the theme of sacrifice and the complexities of the human soul. The tale follows a young fisherman who falls in love with a mermaid, leading him to make a fateful decision. To be with his love, he seeks to rid himself of his soul, embarking on a journey that unravels profound insights into the nature of desire, morality, and spiritual connection. Wilde crafts a thought-provoking narrative, exploring the consequences of separating oneself from one's soul in pursuit of earthly desires. The story serves as a captivating exploration of the eternal struggle between the material and the spiritual, with Wilde's signature wit and symbolism woven throughout.

Author

Oscar Wilde (1854–1900) was born in Dublin, took a double first at Magdalen College, Oxford, and made conversation a form of literature. The Picture of Dorian Gray is the one novel — beauty, bargain, and a portrait that keeps the score. The Importance of Being Earnest is the comedy in which nothing is earnest except the jokes. Prison and exile followed the trials. Style was an ethic. Scandal became a second plot.