An Ideal Husband

“Oh, damn sympathy. There is a great deal too much of that sort of thing going on nowadays.” An Ideal Husband is a four-act play by Irish poet Oscar Wilde, first produced in 1895 and ran for 124 performances at Haymarket Theatre, London. The play concerns blackmail and political corruption and has been revived at least a dozen times since its premiere. It is popular among high school drama students due to its witty dialogue and light hearted humour. The story revolves around Sir Robert Chiltern, a successful politician whose happiness is threatened when Mrs. Cheveley, an old friend from his past, threatens to expose a secret from his youth that could ruin his reputation. Sir Robert must decide whether to betray the woman he loves or risk everything he has worked for. A humorous and witty 19th Century Oscar Wilde play filled with political intrigue and corruption. Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde (1854-1900) was an Irish playwright and poet who is best known for his novel The Picture of Dorian Gray. His works are characterized by their wit and style, as well as their often controversial topics. Wilde was an outspoken critic of Victorian morality, and his works often explore the duality of human nature. He was also a leading proponent of the Aesthetic Movement, which advocated for art for art's sake. Wilde was also well-known for his flamboyant lifestyle, and he was famously tried and convicted of gross indecency in 1895. Though he was only active for a short time, Oscar Wilde left a lasting legacy on literature and culture. We are proud to provide an original, unabridged, professionally formatted edition. Our publications give the best reading experience possible and are perfect for any reader who wants to read classic literature in its original form. Purchase one of our editions today and see the difference for yourself.