Oscar Wilde (1854–1900) was an Irish playwright, poet, and novelist, known for his wit, flamboyant style, and sharp social commentary. He was one of the most celebrated literary figures of the late Victorian period, remembered for works that explore themes of beauty, decadence, moral hypocrisy, and the complexity of human behavior. Wilde’s life, marked by both artistic triumphs and personal scandals, continues to fascinate readers and scholars.