The Picture of Dorian Gray tells the story of Dorian, a young man whose extraordinary beauty captivates all who meet him. When his portrait is painted, he wishes that the image would bear the marks of time and sin instead of his own face. As he plunges into a life of indulgence and moral decay, the portrait grows increasingly grotesque, reflecting the corruption of his soul while Dorian himself remains outwardly flawless. Oscar Wilde’s only novel is both a Gothic tale and a philosophical exploration of vanity, art, and conscience — a timeless critique of society’s obsession with youth and pleasure.
Pages: 224
Publication Year: 1995
Publisher: Könemann
Language: English
Original Language: English
Age Range: Adult / General Readers
