Complete Plays

The Complete Plays of Oscar Wilde is a definitive collection of dramatic works by Oscar Wilde, first written and performed between 1880 and 1895, during the height of his literary career. This edition brings together Wilde’s full theatrical output, from early political tragedy to the polished social comedies that made his reputation, presented in one carefully curated ebook. Included are Vera; or, The Nihilists, The Duchess of Padua, Lady Windermere’s Fan, A Woman of No Importance, An Ideal Husband, The Importance of Being Earnest, and Salomé. Across these plays, Wilde explores themes of morality, hypocrisy, love, power, and identity, using his trademark wit, paradox, and epigrammatic dialogue. His comedies dissect Victorian social conventions with elegance and precision, while his darker works reveal a more serious and symbolic side of his dramatic vision. From the drawing rooms of London society to the biblical intensity of Salomé, this collection showcases the full range of Wilde’s theatrical genius. Readers will encounter unforgettable characters, razor-sharp social satire, and language that remains fresh and quotable more than a century later. Ideal for students, scholars, theatre enthusiasts, and lovers of classic literature, this complete plays edition offers a lasting record of Oscar Wilde’s contribution to English drama and remains essential reading for anyone interested in the stage, satire, or the literary culture of the late nineteenth century.