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The Picture of Dorian Gray
Hardcover
Classic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025495576
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 368
Weight: 1.52
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Picture of Dorian Gray is a masterwork of gothic fiction and philosophical exploration that delves into the dark side of Victorian society and the nature of the soul. The story follows the young and strikingly beautiful Dorian Gray, who becomes the subject of a portrait by the artist Basil Hallward. Under the influence of the hedonistic Lord Henry Wotton, Dorian becomes obsessed with his own beauty and youth, eventually making a fateful wish that he might remain young forever while the portrait bears the marks of his aging and his increasingly sinful life.
As Dorian descends into a world of indulgence, cruelty, and moral corruption, he remains outwardly untainted, while the hidden canvas transforms into a grotesque record of his internal decay. This haunting tale examines the relationship between art and reality, the consequences of unchecked hedonism, and the conflict between public image and private morality. Oscar Wilde blends wit, decadence, and supernatural elements to create a compelling narrative that remains a cornerstone of late Victorian literature. The Picture of Dorian Gray continues to captivate readers with its sophisticated exploration of the human psyche and the enduring quest for eternal youth.
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