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Deception In The Importance Of Being Earnest

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Wilde portrays deception through the characters. This includes the white lies and truths that each character employ. In the play, Wilde discusses the deceptions of identity and personality. Importantly, the main characters, at one point expose themselves. Jack uses his fictitious brother Earnest as an excuse for unpleasant situations and acts as an example of deceit. However, Lady Bracknell from the beginning gives unfriendly but honest answers to Jack and Cecily. The author suggests that each character possesses contrasting views regarding honesty. Furthermore, the author questions whether Victorian society’s expectations are realistic. In essence, Wilde argues that being earnest has further complex interpretations. In the first few pages

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