De Profundis and The Ballad of Reading Gaol is a collection of two works by Oscar Wilde, published in 1908. The first work, De Profundis, is a letter written by Wilde during his imprisonment in Reading Gaol, addressed to his former lover Lord Alfred Douglas. In this letter, Wilde reflects on his past life and the events that led to his downfall, as well as his spiritual and emotional journey during his time in prison. The letter is a powerful and emotional exploration of love, betrayal, and redemption.The second work, The Ballad of Reading Gaol, is a long poem written by Wilde after his release from prison. The poem tells the story of a man who is executed for murdering his wife, and explores themes of justice, punishment, and the human condition. The poem is a powerful indictment of the prison system and the death penalty, and is considered one of Wilde's most significant works.Together, De Profundis and The Ballad of Reading Gaol offer a fascinating insight into the mind of one of the most important writers of the late 19th century, and explore some of the most profound themes of human existence. This edition includes an introduction by Wilde's literary executor, Robert Ross, providing historical context and insight into the creation of these two works.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.