Salome, by Oscar Wilde

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Salome, by Oscar Wilde

Salome, by Oscar Wilde. 1973 Heritage Press hardcover with slipcase. 51 pages, very nice condition.

A classic tragedy in one act, translated from the French of Oscar Wilde by Lord Alfred Douglas. Illustrated by Valenti Angelo. Originally published n 1893, the play depicts the attempted seduction of Jokanaan (John the Baptist) by Salome, stepdaughter of Herod Antipas; her dance of the seven veils; the execution of Jokanaan at Salome's instigation; and her death on Herod's orders.