The Picture Of Dorian Gray

The Picture of Dorian Gray is a novel written by Oscar Wilde and was first published in 1890. The story is set in Victorian England and revolves around the life of a young and handsome man named Dorian Gray. Dorian is introduced as a charming and innocent young man who is admired by many. However, his life takes a dark turn when he becomes obsessed with his own beauty and youthfulness.The novel explores the themes of beauty, corruption, and morality. Dorian's obsession with his own beauty leads him to make a wish that he would remain young and beautiful forever, while a portrait of him would age and show the physical toll of his sins. As Dorian indulges in a life of hedonism and immorality, his portrait becomes more and more grotesque, reflecting his inner corruption.The story is also filled with memorable characters, including Lord Henry Wotton, a cynical and witty aristocrat who becomes Dorian's mentor and corrupts him with his hedonistic ideas. Basil Hallward, a talented artist, is also a significant character who becomes infatuated with Dorian's beauty and creates the portrait that captures his soul.The Picture of Dorian Gray is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that challenges societal norms and explores the consequences of indulging in one's desires without regard for morality. It is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers and inspire discussions about the human condition.Lord Henry elevated his eyebrows and looked at him in amazement through the thin blue wreaths of smoke that curled up in such fanciful whorls from his heavy, opium-tainted cigarette. ""Not send it anywhere? My dear fellow, why? Have you any reason? What odd chaps you painters are!This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.