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The Picture of Dorian Gray

Oscar Wilde

Start date: April 1, 2015

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Aug 15, 2009 Lisa rated it liked it

Shelves: classics

Reading this one by email subscription from Dailylit.com.
....many weeks later.........
This book should be a cautionary tale for taking too much pleasure in your own vanity. Basically Dorian Gray sells his soul to retain his youth while the portrait ages and reveals his corruption. It isn't a joy to read, but at the same time I feel better off for having read it. ...more

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Sep 05, 2013 Jessica rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: england, classic, 1001

I always find it impressive when a classic that's based on a clever idea can continue to stand up over time, and Wilde's masterpiece does just that - the central conceit still works brilliantly. But the real beauty in this particular piece is how much he leaves unsaid. Most of Dorian Gray's crimes against convention go unexplained, with only lists of names in disgrace to stand for the havoc he wreaks. Knowing the ultimate play of Wilde's personal history, it serves as a reminder of just how litt ...more

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