Yes, there might be some fictional stories exploring such an idea. For example, in some fantasy or alternate - reality stories, there could be elements where a character attempts to change their partner in some way. However, in real life, trying to change your wife is not a healthy or ethical approach to a relationship. People should be accepted for who they are.
It is not ethical at all. A wife is a person, not an object to be changed. In any book story or in real life, this idea violates the basic principles of respect for individuals and the equality of relationships. Each person has their own identity and rights, and should not be subject to such unethical 'change' ideas.
Well, from a more positive perspective, if there is such a book story, it could teach that communication is key. Maybe the character thought they could change their wife, but through the story, they realize that instead of changing her, they need to communicate their needs and work together to grow in a relationship. It can also show that self - reflection is important. Maybe the person who wanted to change their wife actually needed to change themselves first.
In a book story, a positive presentation of 'changing' one's wife could be centered around shared goals. Let's say the couple in the story dreams of traveling the world but the wife is too shy to interact with new cultures. The husband could encourage her to step out of her comfort zone by first learning about different cultures together, going to cultural events in their own town. As they do this, the wife starts to become more open - minded and confident. This is a positive way of showing how a partner can influence the growth of the other in a relationship, rather than a forceful or unethical 'change'.
One possible wife change story could be about a man who realized his wife had changed her career. She used to be a teacher but decided to pursue her passion for art. She started taking art classes and eventually became a successful artist. This change not only transformed her but also had an impact on their relationship as they had new things to talk about and new experiences together.