January 18, 2025
"The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde
This Gothic classic explores themes of vanity, morality, and the corrupting influence of a hedonistic lifestyle. The novel follows Dorian Gray, a young man who wishes for eternal youth, allowing a portrait of himself to age in his place. As he indulges in a life of excess and immorality, his portrait bears the marks of his soul’s corruption, becoming a haunting reminder of the price of vanity. Wilde’s witty, poetic prose brings depth to the moral questions at the heart of the story, making it a brilliant and thought-provoking read in English.