I Can Resist Everything Except Temptation: The Wicked Wit of Oscar Wilde

by Maria Leach (Compiler)

This is a celebration of the virtuoso of well-turned phrases and the master of the studied insult, Oscar Wilde. It shows readers why, more than a hundred years after his death, people of every age are still drawn to Wilde's dazzling repartee and the wicked brilliance of his social observations.

Genres: Nonfiction, Humor

192 pages, Hardcover

First published July 18, 2015

Reviews

[Melcat · Rating 3 out of 5]

As an ardent fan of Oscar Wilde, I was quite happy to come across this book, even if now I wonder why I bought it. From his renowned witticisms to profound observations on life, love, art, and society, the selection captures the essence of his literary genius. The compilation is well-organized, with quotes arranged thematically, making it easy to navigate and find inspiration in specific areas of interest.

I do have reservations about its practicality, however, as I don't really know why I would really pick it up. It may lacks extensive commentary or analysis accompanying the quotes. However, for those who want a compact, elegantly designed volume dedicated solely to his memorable quotes, this certainly fits the bill.

[⋆.˚ Ariana ᡣ𐭩ྀིྀི · Rating 3 out of 5]

Oh to have a wit and humour like Oscar. That man was Wilde indeed.

I may or may not add my favourite quotes.

[Grainne Wrigley · Rating 2 out of 5]

Wilde was a fantastic writer and this has definitely made me interested in reading some books I hadn’t heard of before.

But this was really hard to get though - missing context takes away a lot particularly from old fashioned work. More of a flip through in a book shop book. Very sorry to the author, my fault for not enjoying this type of book!

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wilde is always fun. A lot of his quips were written in dialog, and illuminate the character who spoke them rather than express Wilde's own view. Unfortunately, this collection doesn't always make that clear.

[Salome123 · Rating 4 out of 5]

很适合睡前读读的句子集，王尔德的毒舌真不是盖的

[venus · Rating 4 out of 5]

i absolutely love oscar wilde, his commentary on americans is hilarious.

[Mathias · Rating 5 out of 5]

i love this guy's wit!

[Krisette Spangler · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you love reading Oscar Wilde then you'll enjoy having some of his best quips together in one volume.