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This is a collection of poems by TWH Crosland. While earning some fame as a writer and poet himself, he is today best remembered for the rather shameful role he played in the trial of Oscar Wilde and in the aftermath of the persecution. Nevertheless, his poetry is of interest as an item of the time, in quick, free verse, and with many allusions to historical and social developments. These odes, written in the style of letters, are excellent examples of this. - Summary by Carolin

Thomas William Hodgson Crosland was a British author, poet, journalist and friend of royalty. Thomas was a humanitarian who frequently wrote in his poems about the impoverished and sick and unemployed, especially caring about returned soldiers in the First World War. - Summary by Wikipedia

We have all had mysterious charges added on to our hotel bills. - Summary by David Lawrence

Journey through the rich history and vibrant customs of Ireland and its people with Wild Irishman. This podcast features the unapologetically critical perspective of Englishman Thomas Crosland, whose views reflect the prejudices of his time in the late 1800s. Published in 1905, Croslands commentary comes from an era when many American cities displayed signs reading, No Irish Need Apply. As a proud Irishman myself, I encourage listeners‚Aîespecially those of Irish descent‚Aîto approach this work with an open mind, acknowledging its historical context, whether you choose to engage with it ...

In De Profundis, Oscar Wilde, in a lengthy letter to his former lover, reflects on suffering, forgiveness, and redemption. As a confessional text, it ranks with the Confessions of Saint Augustine as an examination of the nature of penitence, its origin and transformative effect. T. W. H. Crosland (1865-1924), a social commentator, was extremely moralistic. Among his targets was Oscar Wilde, whose contrition, as expressed in De Profundis, he believed to be an elaborate and convenient sham.

Dive into the witty world of Egregious English, a delightful 1903 satire that playfully skewers English society and its quirks. With a blend of humor and sharp insights, listeners will find themselves both entertained and challenged by Croslands astute observations. As the author, writing under the pseudonym “Angus McNeil,” he sheds light on attitudes of a bygone era that would raise eyebrows in today’s sensibilities. Join us for a journey through the mind of this British author, poet, and journalist (1865-1924) who masterfully combines comedy with social critique. (David Wales)