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Summary
**The Picture of Dorian Gray** is a philosophical novel by Irish writer Oscar Wilde. A shorter novella-length version was published in the July 1890 issue of the American periodical *Lippincott’s Monthly Magazine*. The novel-length version was published in April 1891. (Source: Wikipedia)
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This novel explores the darker aspects of human passion and the corrupting influence of society through the tragic story of a young man whose portrait ages while he remains eternally beautiful. It resonates with readers interested in themes of morality, the pursuit of pleasure, and self-identity, making it a timeless commentary on the human condition.
Themes
- •the consequences of hedonism
- •the nature of beauty and youth
- •the duality of human nature
- •the effects of social influence on identity
- •the relationship between art and morality
Era
classic
Reading Level
literary