Oscar's books

Thomas Wright

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Oscar's books

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

How Reading Defined the Life of Oscar Wilde

by Thomas Wright

Reading Level 7 12MT Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what makes a great writer tick? Imagine living in a world where books are not just stories, but the very fabric of your life and dreams. What secrets might be hidden in the pages that shaped Oscar Wilde's extraordinary journey?

Themes

BiographyAuthorsBooks and ReadingHistoricalMulticultural

Quick Assessment

Oscar's Books offers a vivid and personal glimpse into the life of Oscar Wilde, focusing on his deep love for reading and how books influenced his identity and relationships. Suitable for middle-grade readers aged 9-12, this fictionalized biography explores historical and literary themes with rich detail. Parents should note the book's focus on intellectual growth and emotional connections rather than dramatic events.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12MT — Moderate — Thematic
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Moderate

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

370 pages
ISBN
9780805089936
Pages
370
Publisher
Macmillan
Published
2009
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Wilde, Oscar,1854-1900Books and ReadingAuthors, Irish19th CenturyIrish AuthorsWilde, Oscar, 1854-1900Authors, Biography

People

Oscar Wilde (1854-1900)