The Ballad of Reading Gaol
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About this book
*The Ballad of Reading Gaol* is a poem by Oscar Wilde, written in exile in Berneval-le-Grand and Naples, after his release from HM Prison Reading on 19 May 1897. Wilde had been incarcerated in Reading after being convicted of gross indecency with other men in 1895 and sentenced to two years' hard labour in prison.
Reader Profile
4.3/5 · 7984 readers · 49 pages · ≈ 54 min · Demanding
How long does it take to read The Ballad of Reading Gaol?
About ≈ 54 min — 49 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The Ballad of Reading Gaol?
49 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The Ballad of Reading Gaol?
It sits on the Poetry, Fiction shelves.
Is The Ballad of Reading Gaol in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in The Ballad of Reading Gaol?
The main characters include Oscar Wilde (1854-1900).
Where does The Ballad of Reading Gaol take place?
It takes place in 19th century.
Who wrote The Ballad of Reading Gaol?
Oscar Wilde.
Where can I read The Ballad of Reading Gaol online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library
Time period
19th century
Characters
Oscar Wilde (1854-1900)