| The Picture of Dorian Gray Contributor(s): Wilde, Oscar (Author) |
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ISBN: 1934451037 ISBN-13: 9781934451038 Publisher: Wilder Publications OUR PRICE: $9.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 2007 Annotation: The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde is a masterpiece of aestheticism and a moral parable. Dorian Gray is a young man of impossible physical beauty whose portrait -- painted by the artist Basil Hallward -- becomes connected on an occult level with the workings of his soul. Drawn into a corrupt and sensual life by the dissolute Lord Henry Wotton, Dorian remains young and beautiful, while the painting ages in his stead, ultimately becoming a monstrosity. Interwoven throughout is the author's brilliant commentary on beauty, art, love, and always, stunning wit. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Fiction | Classics - Fiction | Fantasy - Historical - Fiction | Psychological |
| Dewey: FIC |
| Lexile Measure: 500 |
| Physical Information: 0.38" H x 6" W x 9" (0.55 lbs) 164 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 19th Century - Cultural Region - British Isles |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A truly classic gothic horror novel for the ages. A Picture of Dorian Gray has captivated generations of readers with its ethical and artistic questions. What are the true costs of excess? What happens when an artist cares more for his artistic vision than his fellow man? What price should one pay for beauty? |