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September 10, 2025ELH0 citations

Wilde's Epistola and Its Impact on Queer Theory

Wilde at Heart

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This essay argues for a unique genealogy of queer theory through Wilde's exploration of intimacy and aesthetics.

Key Points

  • Wilde's Epistola redefines queer theory, centering on the complexities of desire within societal norms.
  • The work critiques Douglas's disregard for aesthetics and intimacy, presenting Wilde's perspective on love.
  • Wilde's shift from exceptionalism to a yearning for conventional relationships highlights Victorian ethical considerations.
  • The essay presents a fresh take on epistolary critique, focusing on tact as an aesthetic principle of intimacy.

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Karen Tongson (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c193e99b7b07f3a0617d4ahttps://doi.org/10.1353/elh.2025.a969162
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