Short Stories


Oscar Wilde wrote quite a few short stories.

A collection of short stories by Oscar Wilde:

  • The Birthday of the Infanta

    The Birthday of the Infanta is a criticism of the behavior of the upper class towards those in the lower class.

  • The Devoted Friend

    The Devoted Friend is a story, told by a linnet to a group of pond animals, about self-sacrificing little Hans who puts the interests of the smooth-talking Miller before his own.

  • The Fisherman and His Soul

    The Fisherman and His Soul is a story about a fisherman in love with a mermaid who sends his soul away.

  • The Happy Prince

    The Happy Prince is a timeless tale about friendship, compassion, and the transforming power of selfless love.

  • The Model Millionaire

    The Model Millionaire is a touching story about a poor man who later becomes rich.

  • The Nightingale and the Rose

    The Nightingale and the Rose is a tale of a little nightingale who sacrifices her life to create the perfect red rose for a student in love.

  • The Remarkable Rocket

    The Remarkable Rocket is fairy tale about self-important fireworks rocket.

  • The Selfish Giant

    The Selfish Giant is a story of the giant who built a wall around his beautiful garden to keep children out.

  • The Sphinx Without a Secret

    The Sphinx Without a Secret is a story about a lady with the mysterious allure of a sphinx.

  • The Star Child

    The Star Child is a delightful tale about goodness, generosity and charity.

  • The Young King

    The Young King is a story of a young man's metamorphosis, that opens his eyes and heart.