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Quotes by Oscar Wilde

Born: 16th October 1854, Died: 30th November 1900
Oscar Wilde was an Irish poet, playwright, and novelist known for his wit and flamboyance in the late 19th century.
Welcome to our collection of quotes by Oscar Wilde, the renowned poet and playwright. Immerse yourself in the witty and thought-provoking words of this literary genius as the pages come alive with his timeless wisdom. Explore Wilde's keen satirical observations on society, love, art, and the human condition, as he effortlessly captivates readers with his clever wordplay. These quotes serve as a window into Wilde's sharp intellect, his ability to challenge conventional thinking, and his unapologetic embrace of individualism. Whether you are a devoted fan or just discovering his brilliance, this compilation promises to inspire, entertain, and ignite your imagination. Unearth the treasures of Oscar Wilde's mind and experience the enduring relevance of his words in this remarkable collection.

Some cause happiness wherever they go; others whenever they go. Read Summary

When I was young I thought that money was the most important thing in life; now that I am old I know that it is. Read Summary

A dreamer is one who can only find his way by moonlight, and his punishment is that he sees the dawn before the rest of the world. Read Summary

A man's face is his autobiography. A woman's face is her work of fiction. Read Summary

If you are not too long, I will wait here for you all my life. Read Summary

The only difference between the saint and the sinner is that every saint has a past, and every sinner has a future. Read Summary

To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance. Read Summary

All women become like their mothers. That is their tragedy. No man does. That's his. Read Summary

When the gods wish to punish us they answer our prayers. Read Summary

Keep love in your heart. A life without it is like a sunless garden when the flowers are dead. Read Summary

We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars. Read Summary

Ambition is the last refuge of the failure. Read Summary

Men always want to be a woman's first love - women like to be a man's last romance. Read Summary

What is a cynic? A man who knows the price of everything and the value of nothing. Read Summary

Work is the curse of the drinking classes. Read Summary

Moderation is a fatal thing. Nothing succeeds like excess. Read Summary

Who, being loved, is poor? Read Summary

To expect the unexpected shows a thoroughly modern intellect. Read Summary

One should always be in love. That is the reason one should never marry. Read Summary

Nothing can cure the soul but the senses, just as nothing can cure the senses but the soul. Read Summary