Unresolved Fates in Wilde's Comedy

This chapter explores Act 4 of Oscar Wilde's 'An Ideal Husband,' focusing on the playful resolutions typical of comedies, juxtaposed with the troubling absence and unresolved fate of Mrs. Cheveley. The speakers critique the play's ending, comparing it to Wilde's other works, and highlight the limitations placed on women in Victorian society. By examining gender roles and the implications of the women's suffrage movement, they delve into the effectiveness of Wilde's satire and its contemporary relevance.