Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray is a masterful exploration of vanity, moral duplicity, and the consequences of indulgence. Through the tale of Dorian Gray, a young man who remains outwardly youthful while his portrait ages and reveals the corruption of his soul, Wilde delves into themes of aestheticism, the pursuit of pleasure, and the decay beneath civilized society’s facade. The novel’s lush, decadent prose and sharp wit serve as both a celebration of beauty and a cautionary tale about the cost of sacrificing one’s integrity for eternal youth. A timeless classic, it challenges readers to reflect on the nature of identity and the price of living without conscience.
Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray is a masterful exploration of vanity, moral duplicity, and the consequences of indulgence. Through the tale of Dorian Gray, a young man who remains outwardly youthful while his portrait ages and reveals the corruption of his soul, Wilde delves into themes of aestheticism, the pursuit of pleasure, and the decay beneath civilized society’s facade. The novel’s lush, decadent prose and sharp wit serve as both a celebration of beauty and a cautionary tale about the cost of sacrificing one’s integrity for eternal youth. A timeless classic, it challenges readers to reflect on the nature of identity and the price of living without conscience.
Wordsworth Editions, 1994. Hardback. Dustjacket has some minimal shelf wear, please see photos, otherwise a very clean copy in very good condition
