342: The Trials of Oscar Wilde: Downfall and Prison (Part 2)
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Oscar Wilde's Trials and Tribulations
This chapter explores Oscar Wilde's second trial, detailing his defense against charges of gross indecency and the collapse of his libel case. It examines the societal backlash against him, the media's portrayal, and the broader implications of his legal struggles on evolving perceptions of sexuality and artistic expression in the late 19th century.
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