The Picture of Dorian Gray — Oscar Wilde
Oscar Wilde
A brief introduction
Dorian Gray’s wish to preserve his youth leads to a troubling separation between his appearance and his actions. Wilde’s Gothic novel questions the pursuit of beauty and pleasure when conscience and responsibility are pushed aside.
Why read it today?
Explore vanity, influence, conscience through the choices, conflicts and relationships in this classic. Use the question below as a starting point for your own reading.
Ideas to reflect on
Vanity · Influence · Conscience
What happens when looking good matters more than doing good?
Reading guidance
Older teenagers and adults; murder, addiction and disturbing themes.
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