The Picture of Dorian Gray

Author :

Oscar Wilde

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PRINTS PUBLICATIONS PVT LTD

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Publisher	PRINTS PUBLICATIONS PVT LTD
ISBN-13	9789366970615
ISBN-10	9366970613
Binding	Paperback
Number of Pages	212 Pages
Language	(English)
Weight (grms)	240
Subject	Classic Fiction

The Picture of Dorian Gray is a novel about a handsome young man named Dorian Gray who wishes that his portrait would age instead of him. His wish mysteriously comes true, and while he remains young and attractive, the portrait grows older and uglier as he commits sinful and immoral acts. The story explores themes of beauty, vanity, temptation, and the consequences of a corrupt life. It also shows how the pursuit of pleasure without responsibility can destroy a person’s soul and character.

Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wills Wilde was an Irish poet and playwright. After writing in different forms throughout the 1880s, he became one of the most popular playwrights in London in the early 1890s. Oscar Wilde is celebrated for his sharp wit, literary brilliance, and unique perspective on society. His works often blend humour with deep social commentary. Beyond “The Picture of Dorian Gray,” his plays like “The Importance of Being Earnest” and “An Ideal Husband” showcase his mastery of dialogue and comedic timing. Wilde's life was also marked by his flamboyant personality and tumultuous relationships, culminating in his imprisonment for gross indecency due to his sexual orientation. This experience profoundly affected his later works and his worldview.