Lecture - Oscar Wilde: The Unrepentant Years

Dr. Nicholas Frankel, Author & Professor of English, Virginia Commonwealth University Thursday, April 12, 6:00 p.m., Rosecliff Presented by The Preservation Society of Newport County Oscar Wilde's self-imposed European exile after his release from prison in 1897 until his death in Paris in 1900 has until now been regarded as the tragic coda to a brilliant career. Join critically acclaimed author and scholar Nicholas Frankel as he illuminates Wilde's previously unexplored final years during which he lived with remarkable spirit and determination, unapologetic about his lifestyle, keen to lend his voice to the cause of prison reform and determined to resurrect his literary career. Advance ticket purchase required. Preservation Society Members $10 / General Public $15 Register online at: http://www.newportmansions.org or call 401-847-1851