The Picture of Dorian Gray

The Picture of Dorian Gray is a classic Gothic fiction novel by Oscar Wilde that explores beauty, vanity, morality, and the dark consequences of living without conscience. Set in Victorian England, the story follows Dorian Gray, a young man whose portrait mysteriously ages and reflects his moral corruption while he remains eternally youthful. As Dorian pursues pleasure and indulgence under dangerous influences, the novel delves into themes of psychological horror, supernatural symbolism, and philosophical reflection. Celebrated for its elegant prose and provocative ideas, The Picture of Dorian Gray is a timeless work of Victorian literature that questions the price of obsession with youth, art, and desire.