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The Picture of Dorian Gray” is a novel written by Oscar Wilde and first published in 1890. It tells the story of Dorian Gray, a handsome and charming young man who becomes the subject of a portrait painted by the artist Basil Hallward. Influenced by the hedonistic philosophies of Lord Henry Wotton, Dorian expresses a desire for eternal youth and beauty. In a moment of vanity and recklessness, Dorian makes a wish that he could remain forever young while the portrait ages instead.
As Dorian indulges in a life of pleasure, decadence, and moral corruption, he remains outwardly unchanged while the portrait gradually reveals the true effects of his sinful lifestyle. The novel explores themes of vanity, morality, beauty, art, and the consequences of indulging in one’s desires without regard for the consequences.
“The Picture of Dorian Gray” is celebrated for its wit, aestheticism, and Wilde’s mastery of language. It was met with controversy upon its publication due to its exploration of taboo subjects and its perceived immorality. Wilde revised the novel in subsequent editions, adding a preface and expanding certain passages in response to criticism.
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