The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde, a Book Review by Rebecca Moll
Some stories are relevant, no matter the time or the place and The Picture of Dorian Gray is a perfect example. Late 19th century London high society is not a realm I am even remotely familiar with; however, it was both a compelling and relatable tale.
We humans haven't changed much in the course of our 300,000 some odd year existence.
For all our wants and desires, temptations and inclinations, there is a price and it is the price that both thrills and chills.
Dorian Gray has all the beauty of youth, but also all the recklessness. One moment of impulse sets his course in life. Hiding behind a veneer of innocence and all the good it implies, he lives in unabashed wanton. There is no check and no balance.
Freedom has a price.
It is hard not to see yourself in Dorian's shoes. Therein, lies the charm and the harm.
And, oh how red the blood is, how it stains, remains. Wash you will, but it is always there to remind you, you, YOU.
But, alas, it is only a book. Close it and go to bed. Sleep easy in the knowledge that it's not your picture, it's not your life, or is it?
We humans haven't changed much in the course of our 300,000 some odd year existence.
For all our wants and desires, temptations and inclinations, there is a price and it is the price that both thrills and chills.
Dorian Gray has all the beauty of youth, but also all the recklessness. One moment of impulse sets his course in life. Hiding behind a veneer of innocence and all the good it implies, he lives in unabashed wanton. There is no check and no balance.
Freedom has a price.
It is hard not to see yourself in Dorian's shoes. Therein, lies the charm and the harm.
And, oh how red the blood is, how it stains, remains. Wash you will, but it is always there to remind you, you, YOU.
But, alas, it is only a book. Close it and go to bed. Sleep easy in the knowledge that it's not your picture, it's not your life, or is it?
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