In contrast to his other themes, Oscar's only novel, which is an autobiography, deals with his sexuality, and his lust for other men (Oscar is known as literature most acclaimed homosexual. ... In Wilde's time, the practice of homosexuality was a criminal offense. ... However, even though Wilde was jailed for his exercise in this belief, he did not back down from the so-called "injustice" he saw himself under. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

Examine and evaluate some different interpretations of the role of Shylock in "the Merchant of Venice". "The Merchant of Venice", one of Shakespeare's comedies, is based around a group of Venetian Christians. The real power of the play however lies in the characterization and history of Shylock,...

• Word Count: 1827
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• Grade Level: High School