
An ideal husband
by Oscar Wilde
- First published
- 1899
- Reading level
- Easy
- Price
- Free
About the book
"An Ideal Husband" by Oscar Wilde is a four-act play first produced in 1895. When a respected politician faces blackmail over a youthful indiscretion, his carefully constructed life threatens to collapse. His wife demands unwavering moral perfection, unaware of the secret that built their fortune. As political corruption and personal honor collide, a charming bachelor friend attempts to navigate the crisis. This comedy of manners explores the gap between public reputation and private truth, questioning whether anyone can truly be ideal.
- Comedy plays
- London (England)
Updated September 2026. Public domain in the USA. Text and summary from Project Gutenberg eBook #885. An ideal husband on Wikipedia.











