
Richard Ellmann
Richard Ellmann was an American biographer and literary critic known for his in-depth studies of prominent authors. His notable works include "Oscar Wilde," a comprehensive biography of the playwright, and "James Joyce," which explores the life and influence of the modernist writer. Ellmann's scholarship has significantly contributed to the understanding of both Wilde and Joyce in the context of their literary achievements.
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Books by Richard Ellmann
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James Joyce
by Richard Ellmann
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Ellmann explores James Joyce's genius, showing his great intellect and human flaws, from writing 'Ulysses' to drunken stumbles and scandalous letters.

Oscar Wilde
by Richard Ellmann
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Oscar Wilde's brilliant mind and forbidden desires sparked a cultural shift, only to be crushed by the rigid morality of his time.