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Miss Prism: character portrait from The Importance of Being Earnest (Oscar Wilde)

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Miss Prism

The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde

Cecily's prim, moralizing governess at the Manor House, given to maxims and quietly attracted to Dr. Chasuble.

Also known as: Lætitia

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Miss Prism is Cecily Cardew’s prim, moralizing governess at the Manor House, where she instructs her young charge in proper conduct and often speaks in maxims. She is also quietly attracted to Dr. Chasuble, the local cleric.

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