2024年12月17日 星期二

感謝:接到晃三兄寄來的《中原大學工業與系統工程學系 60周年(簡介)》《小齒輪之歌:青松歲月的證言:中原工工 (1964~2024) 》

 感謝:接到晃三兄寄來的中原大學工業與系統工程學系 60周年(簡介),該書感恩致謝末頁:捐助系所發展基金DHC 發展基」〞中介紹……一對隱名基督徒夫妻的捐助,,承諾分十年捐出美金200萬元,指定用於壯大本系。…… 」

另寄來 小齒輪之歌:青松歲月的證言:中原工工 (1964~2024) 》。正是這本書的初版寫創系初期的艱辛,奮鬥,創新,感動美國一對隱名基督徒夫妻......


2024年12月4日 星期三

April 19, 1893, at the Haymarket Theatre in London. This work is one of Wilde's notable society comedies, characterized by its sharp wit and satirical examination of the English upper class.

 April 19, 1893, at the Haymarket Theatre in London. This work is one of Wilde's notable society comedies, characterized by its sharp wit and satirical examination of the English upper class.  The play revolves around themes of hypocrisy, morality, and the social conventions of Victorian society. It primarily takes place in the homes of the wealthy, where characters engage in witty banter and gossip about their peers. The plot centers on the character of Mrs. Arbuthnot, who is confronted by her past when a young man named Gerald Arbuthnot seeks to marry into the upper class, unaware of his mother's hidden history with a prominent figure in society, Lord Illingworth.  Wilde's writing in this play is marked by clever dialogue and epigrams, showcasing his talent for social commentary. The characters often embody the contradictions of their social standing, revealing the absurdities of their moral posturing. While "A Woman of No Importance" is sometimes considered less successful than Wilde's other works, it remains a significant exploration of the themes of identity and societal expectations.  Overall, the play is a brilliant critique of the superficial values of the upper class, highlighting Wilde's enduring legacy as a master of satire and social observation.