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I didn't forget about this book but I considered abandoning it, especially after I struggled with Chapters 6 to 10. However, I restarted it and committed to finishing it. The synopsis and premise of the book is short and I think the book would have been better at a shorter length. It dragged on so much talking about philosophy and hedonistic lifestyles ... just a lot of talking and filler. It lingers longer than it needs to.
The premise of the book is about a young man named Dorian Gray who is r ...more
The premise of the book is about a young man named Dorian Gray who is r ...more
Oscar Wilde's uncensored version of The Picture of Dorian Gray is a 'wild' read full of twist/turns, contradictions and a Jekyll and Hyde mentality. When readers first met Dorian Gray, he's a wide-eyed precocious youth blessed by good looks, deep pockets and a guileless view of the world around him. Upon having his portrait painted, his life spirals out of control and leads to his downfall.
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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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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
I can see why this book is a classic. Wilde’s writing is beautiful and the dialog is witty and engaging. But this book left me feeling down and disheartened. I didn’t enjoy reading at all. The characters had zero redeeming characteristics! (I realize that’s what Wilde intended.)
Nov 22, 2009
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