“The Picture of Dorian Gray” is a novel by Oscar Wilde, first published in 1890.

  1. The novel tells the story of Dorian Gray, a young, wealthy, and handsome man who becomes the subject of a portrait painted by the artist Basil Hallward.
  2. Dorian becomes increasingly narcissistic and hedonistic, using his charm and influence to exploit and manipulate those around him.
  3. As Dorian’s soul becomes corrupted, the portrait hidden in his attic, begins to age and reflect his inner ugliness, while Dorian himself remains young and unchanged.
  4. The novel explores themes of vanity, beauty, youth, and the consequences of leading a life of excess and immorality.
  5. The novel is considered a classic of Gothic fiction and is known for its exploration of the concept of “the double” (the idea of the separation of a person’s inner and outer self).
  6. The novel is considered one of Oscar Wilde’s major works and is still widely read and studied today.
  7. The novel has been adapted into several films, stage plays, and other media.