# The Picture of Dorian Gray

**Author:** Oscar Wilde
**Tags:** London (England), Conduct of life, Paranormal fiction, Portraits, Appearance (Philosophy), Supernatural, Great Britain, Didactic fiction
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**Added:** 10.07.2026
**URL:** https://samolit.com/books/96597

## Description

Captivated by his own flawless beauty, young Dorian Gray makes a fervent wish: that a magnificent portrait of him might bear the burden of age and vice while he remains eternally youthful and untouched. Under the cynical influence of Lord Henry Wotton, Dorian's wish becomes a horrifying reality. As he plunges into a life of unchecked hedonism and moral decay, indulging every dark whim and inflicting pain upon those around him, his appearance remains pristine. Meanwhile, hidden away, the painting grotesquely transforms, mirroring the corruption of his soul with each passing sin. This haunting tale explores the perilous pursuit of pleasure, the deceptive nature of outward appearance, and the terrifying cost of a life lived without consequence, ultimately revealing the inseparable link between the soul and its actions.