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The Picture Of Dorian Gray

By Oscar Wilde
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The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde is a captivating exploration of aesthetics, moral duplicity, and vanity. The novel follows the young and handsome Dorian Gray, whose portrait ages while he remains youthful, allowing him to indulge in a hedonistic and morally questionable lifestyle without consequences. It examines themes of beauty, corruption, and the relationship between art and life.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate a captivating exploration of vanity, morality, and the consequences of a life devoted to self-indulgence. Oscar Wilde's skilful prose weaves a tale of a man whose portrait ages while he remains youthful, offering a haunting view into the human psyche and the dangers of hedonistic pursuits.

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The Picture Of Dorian Gray

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LARGE PRINT EDITION. Dorian Gray is arrogant. He is pompous, selfish, devastatingly narcissistic, and for much of his life, he has never had to think twice about the ramifications of his actions.

When the arrival of artist Basil Hallward forces Gray to confront his deepest insecurities, Dorian's most vulnerable self is imminently revealed. After trading his righteousness for riches, Dorian Gray faces many regrettable truths he must learn to tackle head-on. Needing to own up to his actions, Gray must finally learn to deal with the consequences of living a life that is completely self-obsessed.

Gripping with relatable prose analogous to the many conundrums of growing up, Wilde weaves a narrative of both self-desire and self-actualisation. The Picture of Dorian Gray is a true coming-of-age tale in a time when the glamour of appearances was as heavy as the currency in your pocket.

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The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde is well-regarded for its exploration of aestheticism, moral duplicity, and the consequences of vanity. Critics often praise Wilde's eloquent prose and his ability to weave philosophical questions into the narrative. The character of Dorian Gray is typically highlighted as a poignant reflection on the dangers of living a hedonistic lifestyle without regard for morality or age.

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ISBN: 9781513137445

Publisher: West Margin Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: West Margin Press

Edition: Large type / large print edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 550

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About the Author

Oscar Wilde (1854-1909) was a fiercely misunderstood, yet brilliantly accomplished 19th century British author, journalist, and resounding personality. Among many things, Oscar Wilde was known for his overall flamboyance, sharp intellectual wit, and firm belief in the philosophical movement of art-for-art's sake. Wilde rose to fame through the success of a culmination of his works resulting in his first and only novel,The Picture of Dorian Gray. While battling constant and oppressive accusations of homosexuality, Wilde continued producing works of great art despite facing such harsh accusations of criminal erotic behavior. In addition to his work as an author, Wilde scripted the now famous play, The Importance of Being Earnest, which was recognized in literary circles as an indelible success and would carry his reputation through the many future tribulations Wilde faced as an artist.

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