"De Profundis" is Oscar Wilde’s deeply emotional letter written during his imprisonment, reflecting on his suffering, spiritual growth, and broken relationship with Lord Alfred Douglas. It explores themes of love, betrayal, art, and redemption, revealing Wilde’s introspective and sorrowful side.
"The Canterville Ghost" is a humorous short story about an American family moving into a haunted English mansion. Despite the ghost’s efforts to scare them, the practical Otis family remains unfazed, turning the haunting into comic episodes. The story blends wit, satire, and a touch of pathos, ultimately portraying forgiveness and the possibility of peace beyond death.