Cover of The Ballad of Reading Gaol

The Ballad of Reading Gaol

Narrated by Sir Donald Sinden

Released
April 13, 2010
Length
27 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
Whiteroom Music Ltd
"The Ballad of Reading Gaol" is a poem by Oscar Wilde, composed during his exile after his release from prison in 1897. Inspired by the hanging that took place during his incarceration, the poem reflects on themes of guilt and the human condition. Wilde’s work offers a poignant meditation on morality and justice, shaped by his personal experiences.

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