Sir Robert Chiltern is a rising political star who's confronted by the
unsavory Mrs. Cheveley with news that could destroy his personal and
professional life. In An Ideal Husband Sir Robert is forced to face
the truth about his deceptive origins.
Sir Robert Chiltern and his wife Lady Chiltern are surrounded by wealth
and luxury. The former amassed a fortune as a young man, which helped
catapult his social status. While attending a high-class event, Sir
Robert is corned by Mrs. Cheveley--a former foe of Lady Chiltern. She
demands he take part in an unethical business proposal or she'll expose
his corrupt past. The ultimatum has unforeseen consequences that effect
his marriage and professional relationships.
An Ideal Husband delivers a bold commentary on London's elite. Wilde
highlights the hypocrisy of pious figures, who are driven by ego and
greed. Along with The Importance of Being Earnest, An Ideal Husband
is one of his most produced plays.
With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript,
this edition of An Ideal Husband is both modern and readable.