A Treasury of Works by Oscar Wilde 4 Books Collection Box Set - Classic Fiction - Hardcover

Titles in This Set
The Picture of Dorian Gray
The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays
The Ballad of Reading Gaol and Other Poems
The Happy Prince and Other Tales

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Wilco

Overview
This handsome four-volume hardcover treasury gathers Oscar Wilde's most celebrated writing into one giftable set. Readers get his only novel, his sharpest stage comedy and additional plays, his haunting prison poem, and his tender fairy tales, all freshly printed in durable hardback bindings built to last. Perfect for newcomers building a classics shelf or lifelong Wilde fans who want a matching set, this collection captures the full range of his wit, wisdom, and heartbreak in one elegant package suited to years of rereading, gifting, and display on any bookshelf at home.

About the Books
Each volume in this treasury stands as a landmark of Victorian literature in its own right. The Picture of Dorian Gray is Wilde's only novel, a dark exploration of vanity, corruption, and the price of eternal youth that remains one of the most widely read and debated works of the nineteenth century. The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays brings together his celebrated drawing-room comedy, prized for its rapid-fire wit and satire of Victorian manners, alongside further theatrical work that showcases his gift for dialogue and social commentary. The Ballad of Reading Gaol and Other Poems presents Wilde's most personal and powerful poem, written after his imprisonment, a stark meditation on suffering, guilt, and compassion that marked a dramatic shift in his literary voice. The Happy Prince and Other Tales rounds out the set with Wilde's beloved fairy tales, stories written with a child's sense of wonder but layered with adult themes of sacrifice, beauty, and social injustice. Together these four hardcover volumes trace Wilde's full literary arc, from comic brilliance to tragic depth, offering readers a complete picture of why his work continues to be studied and loved more than a century after it was written. Presented as a matching hardcover box set, the collection is as suited to a working library as it is to a decorative shelf, making it a meaningful addition for students, collectors, and admirers of classic British literature alike.

Key Benefits

• Four of Oscar Wilde's most essential works in one hardcover set
• Brand new, durable hardback bindings built for repeat reading
• Covers Wilde's novel, plays, poetry, and fairy tales together
• A matching set that displays beautifully on any bookshelf
• Ideal for classic literature students, collectors, and Wilde fans
• A thoughtful gift for birthdays, holidays, or any book lover

Book-by-Book Guide
The Picture of Dorian Gray — Wilde's only novel follows a man whose portrait ages while he stays eternally youthful, a chilling study of vanity.
The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays — Wilde's famous comedy of manners pairs mistaken identities with razor-sharp wit, alongside further plays.
The Ballad of Reading Gaol and Other Poems — written after Wilde's imprisonment, this long poem confronts suffering and guilt with unforgettable imagery.
The Happy Prince and Other Tales — beloved fairy tales blending childlike wonder with poignant themes of sacrifice and compassion.

About the Author
Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was an Irish poet, playwright, and novelist, celebrated as one of the greatest wits of the Victorian era. Educated at Trinity College Dublin and Oxford, he became a leading figure of the aesthetic movement before achieving lasting fame with plays like The Importance of Being Earnest and his only novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray. His imprisonment in 1895 inspired some of his most profound later writing, including The Ballad of Reading Gaol. Wilde's sharp humor, lyrical prose, and tragic biography continue to captivate readers worldwide today.

Why You'll Love This Set
This hardcover treasury puts Wilde's wit, tragedy, and tenderness side by side in one beautifully matched collection. Whether you're stocking a classics shelf, shopping for a holiday gift, or surprising a graduate or English major with something memorable, this set delivers lasting literary value in a durable, display-worthy hardback format.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.