The Picture of Dorian Gray

Author: Wilde, Oscar

Synopsis:

In the heart of Victorian London, a young and handsome man named Dorian Gray becomes the subject of a captivating portrait. As he indulges in a life of hedonism and debauchery, Dorian remains untouched by the consequences of his actions, while the portrait ages and bears the burden of his sins. With each passing day, Dorian's true nature is revealed, leading to a chilling and thought-provoking exploration of the human soul.

Genres: Gothic fiction, philosophical fiction, psychological thriller

Themes: The nature of beauty and its corrupting influence, the duality of human nature, the pursuit of pleasure and its consequences, the moral decay of society.

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