"Salome: a tragedy in one act" is a famous work by Oscar Wilde, which was written in English, but had a great influence on world drama. This play revolves around the biblical story of the death of Saint John the Baptist. The main character, Princess Salome, known for her beauty and lust for power, demands John's head on a tray as a token reward for her dance performance. In his play, Wilde embodies the theme of flirtation, the search for the meaning of life, art and sexual passion. He describes the ambitions and aspirations of the young princess through an exquisite and expressive use of language that makes every line of this tragedy extremely expressive and emotionally charged. "Salome: A Tragedy in One Act" remains one of Oscar Wilde's most iconic works, notable for its deep symbolism and exquisite artistry that leaves the reader engrossed until the last page."