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Principal Characters
Jack Worthing, gentleman of the Manor House; also known as "Ernest"
Celcily Cardew, Worthing's pretty young ward
Miss Prism, Cecily's governess
Algernon Moncrieff, Worthing's friend
Lady Augusta Braknell, Algernon's aunt
Gwendolen Fairfax, Lady Bracknell's daughter
The Reverend Canon Chasublc, Rector of Woolton
Story Overview
While Algernon Moncrieff and his manservant prepared for a visit froi-n his aunt, the formidable Lady Bracknell, their conversation turned to the question of marriage. Observing the servant's somewhat lax views on the subject, Algernon declared, "Really, if the lower orders don't set us a good example, what on earth is the use of them?"
This chat was interrupted by the unexpected arrival of Algernon's friend, Ernest Worthing Worthing was pleased to hear that Lady Bracknell - and her beautiful daughter Gwendolen - would be appearing for tea. But Algernon warned, "I am afraid Aunt Augusta won't quite approve of your bein......

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