In this scintillating episode of Love Through the Ages, we delve into the dazzling and turbulent romance between Oscar Wilde, the iconic wit and literary genius, and Lord Alfred “Bosie” Douglas, the charming aristocrat whose daring lifestyle set Victorian society abuzz. Journey with us from the glittering salons of late 19th-century London to the shadowed corridors of scandal and legal intrigue, as we explore how a chance encounter ignited a passionate affair marked by sumptuous love letters, lavish escapades, and dramatic court battles. Discover how their courtship, full of playful banter and artistic inspiration, eventually spiraled into a bitter public spectacle—one that would forever alter Wilde’s life and leave an indelible mark on cultural history. Join us for an episode where wit meets decadence, and love proves both a muse and a curse.
Bibliography for the Oscar Wilde & Lord Alfred “Bosie” Douglas Episode
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- The Marginalian. "Oscar Wilde’s Love Letters to Bosie." Retrieved from https://www.themarginalian.org/2013/07/15/oscar-wilde-love-letters-bosie/
- Poetry School. "Love Dare Speak Name: Oscar Wilde & Lord Alfred Douglas." Retrieved from https://poetryschool.com/theblog/love-dare-speak-name-oscar-wilde-lord-alfred-douglas/
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