The Picture of Dorian Gray in Around the World in 80 Books

Feb 04, 2018 Kent Winward rated it really liked it

I'm pretty sure I read this at some point in my school career, but 30 years ago is a long time and the morality tale of the portrait that preserves youth, while showing the inner man is enough in the collective consciousness of our culture that an episode of Episodes on Netflix references the story in regards to an actress who never seems to age.

Yet, re-reading was a pleasure. The Wilde-ean bon mots are littered throughout. Most interestingly though was the commentary I missed when I was young. ...more

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Nov 19, 2012 Rachel N. rated it liked it

I think most people know the basics of this story. Dorian Gray wishes he could stay young and youthful forever. His wish is granted and he turns into a huge sinner since no one can see the proof of his misdeeds. Parts of the book dragged and the ending was very abrupt.

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Feb 27, 2010 Efe rated it liked it · review of another edition

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Given that the starring system doesn't allow for halves, I am giving this book 3.5 stars. Sacrilege I know, but I have my reasons. I have wanted to read 'Dorian Gray' for a very long time as I was intruiged by the idea of a man who essentailly sells his soul and erodes his conscience for a life free of ageing and regret.

The main strand of the story is absolutely fascinating as was to be expected. Wilde paints an incredibly subtle picture of the corruption of a young pure soul and the fear that g ...more

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