The Picture of Dorian Gray
Oscar Wilde’s “The Picture of Dorian Gray” is a haunting exploration of vanity, morality, and the human soul. When the young and handsome Dorian Gray gazes upon his portrait, he wishes to remain youthful while the painting ages. As he delves into a life of hedonism and excess, the portrait reveals the corruption of his soul. Wilde’s prose is both lyrical and piercing, making readers reflect on the true cost of eternal youth.