Tuesday, February 28, 2012

"My Life Split" -- 117 Years Ago Today (Oscar Wilde)







 

TO ROBERT ROSS
MS. Clark



[28February, 1895]                 Hotel Avondale, Piccadilly


Dearest  Bobbie, Since I saw you something has happened. Bosie’s father has left a note at my club with hideouswords on it.  I don’t see anything nowbut a criminal prosecution.  My whole life seems ruined by thisman.  The tower of ivory is assailed by the foul thing.  On the sand is my life split.  Idon’t knowwhat to do.  If you could come here at 11:30 please do so tonight.  Imar your life by trespassing ever on your love and kindness.  I have asked Bosie to come tomorrow.


Everyours.                               OSCAR




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