The Picture of Dorian Gray

Oscar Wilde's "The Picture of Dorian Gray" is a masterful exploration of aestheticism and moral duplicity, set against the backdrop of Victorian society. The novel employs a rich, lyrical prose style that encapsulates Wilde's trademark epigrams and wit, while simultaneously delving into deep philosophical themes regarding the relationship between beauty, vanity, and moral responsibility. Central to the narrative is the portrait of Dorian Gray, which ages and bears the burden of his sins while h ...