The Collected Works of Oscar Wilde 5 Book Set: De Profundis & Other Plays

The Collected Works of Oscar Wilde is a five-book set bringing together classic editions by the playwright and author Oscar Wilde. Curated as a collection of enduring works, it highlights Wilde’s distinctive wit and satire across fiction, drama, poetry and prose.

From a Gothic novel to plays, poems, a personal letter and short stories, the set offers a broad view of Wilde’s writing. The selection includes well-known titles alongside collections that gather additional plays, poems and stories.

Included titles

• The Picture of Dorian Gray
• The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays
• The Ballad of Reading Gaol and Other Poems
• De Profundis
• The Happy Prince and Other Stories

Key details

• Five-book collection of classic editions
• Works by Oscar Wilde
• Includes a novel, plays, poems, a letter and short stories
• Features The Picture of Dorian Gray and De Profundis

Synopses

The Picture of Dorian Gray

Oscar Wilde’s Gothic novel explores the corrupting influence of beauty, youth and moral decadence. It follows Dorian Gray as he makes a Faustian bargain, leading to a haunting examination of the consequences of his actions.

The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays

A collection that presents Wilde’s comedic writing, including The Importance of Being Earnest. The plays are characterised by wit, social satire and clever wordplay, with sharp commentary on Victorian society.

The Ballad of Reading Gaol and Other Poems

Written during Wilde’s imprisonment, The Ballad of Reading Gaol reflects on justice, suffering and humanity within a prison. The volume also includes other poems that show the range of his poetic work.

De Profundis

De Profundis is an introspective letter written by Wilde during his incarceration. It offers a personal reflection on his life, love and spirituality, and considers his struggles and growth.

The Happy Prince and Other Stories

A collection of short stories including The Happy Prince, The Nightingale and the Rose and The Selfish Giant. These tales present moral lessons and emotional resonance, and are noted for their allegorical themes.