As a masterpiece of Oscar Wilde's parlour comedy,Lady Windermere's Fan not only demonstrates his unique dramatic style,but also deeply reflects social customs and ethics.Wilde chooses the parlour as the back-ground,blends traditional and modern elements,and reflects his high concern for the society.His unique identi-ty,gender orientation,religious concepts and learning experiences give the play a unique moral concept,dramatic space and rich content,thus laying the social foundation of his play.It is not only a masterpiece of rhetoric,but also a masterpiece of social satire,exposing the hypocrisy of the Victorian era.Its exquisite layout and the balance of comedy and drama have laid a solid foundation for Wilde's subsequent creations and had an important influence on the history of British theatre.
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