The Picture of Dorian Gray
By Oscar Wilde
"The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde is a compelling tale of vanity, morality, and the consequences of unchecked hedonism. The story follows Dorian Gray, a young man of extraordinary beauty, who becomes the subject of a stunning portrait by artist Basil Hallward. Influenced by the decadent philosophy of Lord Henry Wotton, Dorian wishes that his portrait would bear the marks of age and sin, leaving him eternally youthful. As Dorian indulges in a life of excess and immorality, his wish comes true—the portrait grotesquely reflects the corruption of his soul, while he remains outwardly untouched. Wilde's novel is a haunting exploration of the dangers of aestheticism and the moral implications of living without accountability.
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"The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde is a compelling tale of vanity, morality, and the consequences of unchecked hedonism. The story follows Dorian Gray, a young man of extraordinary beauty, who becomes the subject of a stunning portrait by artist Basil Hallward. Influenced by the decadent philosophy of Lord Henry Wotton, Dorian wishes that his portrait would bear the marks of age and sin, leaving him eternally youthful. As Dorian indulges in a life of excess and immorality, his wish comes true—the portrait grotesquely reflects the corruption of his soul, while he remains outwardly untouched. Wilde's novel is a haunting exploration of the dangers of aestheticism and the moral implications of living without accountability.
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