The Picture of Dorian Gray
2021
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Oscar Wilde
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Summary
"The Picture of Dorian Gray" tells the story of a young Englishman, Dorian Gray, who is very attractive and innocent. The young Dorian becomes the preferred model of a painter, Basil Hallward, and in this context begins the story and his legend. While posing for Basil, Dorian meets Lord Henry Wotton, a very ironic being, who will decisively influence his life. Henry is a cynical hedonistic aristocrat very typical of his time who seduces Dorian into his vision of the world where the only objective is the search for beauty and pleasure. Once Basil Hallward has completed his masterpiece of the integral body of Dorian Gray, the story evolves with more interest. Dorian is so amazed by the painting that he makes a wish. Dorian wanted to remain eternally young being the mark who would age for him, and his desire was so deep that he was willing to give his soul as a bargaining chip. The devil did not appear to fix the contract but his wish was equally granted. This vision of Dorian ended up leading him to commit the most horrible acts. There were not a few who succumbed directly or indirectly for him. Only when he had a cruel attitude did small changes in his image take place and you see what really happens. With each sin, the portrait became more and more disfigured beyond recognition. Then you will make a difficult decision that will change your life forever.





