Lord Alfred Douglas, often known as "Bosie," was a British poet and the son of the 9th Marquess of Queensberry. Born in 1870, he is best known for his romantic relationship with the famous playwright Oscar Wilde. Douglas was a prominent figure in the late 19th-century literary scene and published several volumes of poetry. His relationship with Wilde was both passionate and controversial, leading to a public scandal that ultimately resulted in Wilde's imprisonment. Douglas's life was marked by his struggles with his identity and his later years were overshadowed by his association with Wilde and the ensuing legal battles.