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The Picture of Dorian Gray

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The Picture of Dorian Gray is Oscar Wilde's only novel and one of the most provocative masterpieces of classic literature. First published in 1890, this haunting and philosophical work explores the dark consequences of vanity, moral corruption, and the pursuit of pleasure, offering a powerful meditation on beauty, identity, and the soul.

The novel tells the story of Dorian Gray, a young man of extraordinary beauty whose portrait ages and records the marks of his sins while he himself remains outwardly youthful and unblemished. Influenced by the charismatic and cynical Lord Henry Wotton, Dorian embraces a life devoted to sensation and self-indulgence, gradually descending into moral decay. As his actions grow increasingly cruel and destructive, the hidden portrait becomes a terrifying mirror of his inner self.

Through elegant prose and brilliant wit, Wilde challenges Victorian ideas of morality, art, and respectability. The novel raises enduring questions about the nature of good and evil, the cost of aestheticism, and whether a life devoted solely to pleasure can escape accountability. Rich in symbolism and philosophical insight, the story balances Gothic elements with sharp social satire.

The Picture of Dorian Gray shocked contemporary audiences with its bold themes, yet it has endured as a timeless exploration of human desire and ethical responsibility. Its memorable characters, haunting imagery, and epigrammatic dialogue continue to captivate readers and inspire debate.

A cornerstone of English literature, The Picture of Dorian Gray is essential reading for lovers of classic fiction, psychological drama, and philosophical novels. It is a compelling and unsettling tale that reminds readers that beauty without conscience leads inevitably to ruin.

© 2026 CLXBX (E-bog): 9781233760411

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E-bog: 9. februar 2026

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