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A Gentleman or Lady - In The Victorian Era and in Oscar Wilde's, Importance of Being Earnest.
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A Gentleman or Lady In The Victorian Era and in Oscar Wilde's, Importance of Being Earnest, it was stressed to be a gentleman and a lady. Everything you said, did, or wore was part as you defining yourself as a lady or gentleman. These standards also set guidelines on how you approached love. The connection between being a gentleman or lady and love were very strong during this era. In the Importance of Being Earnest, the main characters are good examples of ladies, gentlemen, and love. In some cases the characters defy the definition of a true lady or gentleman, but exemplify the world with all its faults and cares. A gentleman had many definitions or requirements. "He is one who never inflicts pain. He is mainly occupied in merely removing obstacles which hinder the free and unembarrassed action of those about him: and he concourse wit their movements rather that make...
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