The Model Millionaire by Oscar Wilde

Published: Jan. 5, 2022, 3:44 p.m.

b'There is a power that comes from giving without expectation of reward. A self-sacrificing spirit is the theme for Irish author Oscar Wilde\\u2019s short story.The Model Millionaire first appeared in print in the newspaper The World in June 1887. The story\\u2019s author, Oscar Wilde, was one of the 19th century\\u2019s most famous authors and playrights penning works like The Picture of Dorian Gray and The Importance of Being Earnest.Late in his life, Wilde served almost two years at hard labor after being convicting of violating England\\u2019s draconian laws against homosexual behavior. He died just over three years after his release at age 46.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'