Lady Windermere’s Fan is a social comedy that plays on the mores and hypocrisies of Victorian society. The play revolves around Lady Windermere, who suspects her husband of infidelity, and how her misunderstandings nearly destroy her marriage. Wilde uses sharp wit and a cutting social commentary to explore themes of morality, marriage, and the duplicity of public personas. The play is famous for its clever one-liners and the dramatic irony that unfolds, making it a favourite for its humorous yet insightful examination of social conventions.
