the importance of being earnest

**”The Importance of Being Earnest” by Oscar Wilde**
A sparkling comedy of manners, *The Importance of Being Earnest* satirizes the social conventions and hypocrisy of Victorian society. The play revolves around two men, Jack and Algernon, who lead double lives in order to escape their social obligations and pursue love. As their deceptions unravel, hilarity ensues, exposing the absurdities of identity, marriage, and the pursuit of respectability. Wilde’s sharp wit and clever dialogue make this play a timeless exploration of love, truth, and societal expectations.