There is no such thing as a moral or an immoral book. Books are well written, or badly written. That is all.
Oscar Wilde’s only novel—a darkly brilliant tale of beauty, vanity, and moral decay—arrives in a stunning Chiltern edition you’ll want to display. As Dorian Gray remains eternally young while his portrait reveals every sin, Wilde delivers razor-sharp wit and Gothic thrills that still captivate readers today.
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This stunning edition of Oscar Wilde’s masterpiece transforms a literary classic into a work of art you’ll want to display. The Picture of Dorian Gray arrives in a beautifully crafted edition featuring tactile layers, intricate details, and rich colors that make this volume as visually arresting as the story within.
Wilde’s only novel remains one of literature’s most provocative explorations of beauty, morality, and the human soul. When the impossibly handsome Dorian Gray sits for a portrait, he makes a Faustian wish: that the painting would age instead of him. His desire is granted, and what follows is a darkly brilliant descent into hedonism and moral decay. As Dorian pursues a life of sensual pleasure and amoral experiences under the influence of the cynical Lord Henry Wotton, he remains eternally youthful while his portrait becomes a hideous record of every sin.
This Gothic tale of vanity and corruption has captivated readers since its scandalous publication in 1890. Wilde’s razor-sharp wit and philosophical depth shine through every page, making this both a thrilling psychological thriller and a profound meditation on art, beauty, and the price of immortality.
The Chiltern edition elevates this classic with production quality that honors Wilde’s aesthetic sensibilities. Whether you’re discovering this story for the first time or adding a treasured favorite to your collection, this edition belongs on your shelf—a beautiful reminder that some books are meant to be both read and admired.
There is no such thing as a moral or an immoral book. Books are well written, or badly written. That is all.
A poisonous book. The atmosphere of moral and spiritual depravity hangs heavy over it.
It is a tale spawned from the leprous literature of the French Decadents—a poisonous book, the atmosphere of which is heavy with the mephitic odours of moral and spiritual putrefaction.
The Picture of Dorian Gray is a classic of English literature and one of the great works of the Gothic horror genre.
Wilde's only novel is the supremely seductive tale of a young man who sells his soul for eternal youth and beauty.
| Weight | 1.00 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 5.00 × 0.75 × 7.25 in |
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| Subject | 19th Century, Classics, Crime, England, Fantasy, Fiction, Gothic, Literary, Romance, World Literature |
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