The Picture of Dorian Gray

Oscar Wilde’s novel “The Picture of Dorian Gray” is one of the most famous works of world literature. At the center of the plot is the story of the young and handsome Dorian Gray, who strikes an unusual bargain: his portrait ages and reflects all his sins, while Dorian himself retains eternal youth and beauty. This philosophical work explores themes of hedonism, the influence of art on life, moral corruption, and vanity.