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ps55's review against another edition
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
greatcatsby's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
pratty97's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The entire book had me speechless. Written in a way that it is relevant even now, after 130 years of its release!
Dorian, an impressionable, handsome, young fellow; his life completely changes when he visits his painter friend's studio. Once untouched by cruel realities and hedonistic values, the knowledge of beauty's importance & transience and Henry’s influence taints our guy. He sells his soul to the devil, forgoes friends who try to show him right from wrong, breaks hearts, commits crimes, blackmails, fancies every materialistic luxury under the sky and lives in vain - unaffected by everything because the Picture of Dorian Gray exists to bear the burden of his offences. The ending really shocked me.
With hints of homosexuality, this story is revolutionary in its own way.
Dorian, an impressionable, handsome, young fellow; his life completely changes when he visits his painter friend's studio. Once untouched by cruel realities and hedonistic values, the knowledge of beauty's importance & transience and Henry’s influence taints our guy. He sells his soul to the devil, forgoes friends who try to show him right from wrong, breaks hearts, commits crimes, blackmails, fancies every materialistic luxury under the sky and lives in vain - unaffected by everything because the Picture of Dorian Gray exists to bear the burden of his offences. The ending really shocked me.
With hints of homosexuality, this story is revolutionary in its own way.
ingpett's review against another edition
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
swanlace's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
lucazani11's review against another edition
4.0
really good ending
this book feels like it contains the answers to the universe - unrelentingly aphoristic
novel in verse - comparison to eugene onegin - not actually in verse but very lyrical and prosaic
dealing with reason vs emotion / mind vs soul / appearance vs reality / beauty vs morality / asceticism vs hedonism
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"The Picture of Dorian Gray" is a novel written by Oscar Wilde in 1890, which tells the story of a young and handsome man named Dorian Gray, who is corrupted by his own vanity and the pursuit of pleasure. The novel is a masterpiece of Gothic literature and a classic example of the decadent movement of the late 19th century.
One of the most striking aspects of the novel is its examination of the relationship between art and morality. The portrait of Dorian Gray, which is painted by the artist Basil Hallward, serves as a metaphor for the corruption of the soul. As Dorian becomes more and more depraved, the portrait becomes more and more hideous, while his own physical appearance remains untouched. This contrast highlights the theme of the duality of human nature and the danger of pursuing pleasure at the expense of morality.
Another notable feature of the novel is its exploration of the consequences of hedonism and aestheticism. Dorian Gray is a character who lives for pleasure and beauty, without regard for the consequences of his actions. He becomes increasingly cruel and callous as the novel progresses, and his behavior leads to the ruin of several other characters. This theme is particularly relevant in today's society, where the pursuit of pleasure and materialism can often lead to moral decay and the neglect of ethical principles.
In addition, the novel is notable for its rich and complex characterization. Dorian Gray is a complex character, who embodies the contradictions and paradoxes of the human experience. The other characters in the novel are also well-developed, particularly Lord Henry Wotton, who serves as a mouthpiece for Wilde's own views on art and morality.
Finally, the novel is notable for its beautiful prose and vivid imagery. Wilde's writing is characterized by its wit, irony, and elegance, and his descriptions of the settings and characters are vivid and evocative. The novel is a true work of art, both in terms of its content and its form.
this book feels like it contains the answers to the universe - unrelentingly aphoristic
novel in verse - comparison to eugene onegin - not actually in verse but very lyrical and prosaic
dealing with reason vs emotion / mind vs soul / appearance vs reality / beauty vs morality / asceticism vs hedonism
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"The Picture of Dorian Gray" is a novel written by Oscar Wilde in 1890, which tells the story of a young and handsome man named Dorian Gray, who is corrupted by his own vanity and the pursuit of pleasure. The novel is a masterpiece of Gothic literature and a classic example of the decadent movement of the late 19th century.
One of the most striking aspects of the novel is its examination of the relationship between art and morality. The portrait of Dorian Gray, which is painted by the artist Basil Hallward, serves as a metaphor for the corruption of the soul. As Dorian becomes more and more depraved, the portrait becomes more and more hideous, while his own physical appearance remains untouched. This contrast highlights the theme of the duality of human nature and the danger of pursuing pleasure at the expense of morality.
Another notable feature of the novel is its exploration of the consequences of hedonism and aestheticism. Dorian Gray is a character who lives for pleasure and beauty, without regard for the consequences of his actions. He becomes increasingly cruel and callous as the novel progresses, and his behavior leads to the ruin of several other characters. This theme is particularly relevant in today's society, where the pursuit of pleasure and materialism can often lead to moral decay and the neglect of ethical principles.
In addition, the novel is notable for its rich and complex characterization. Dorian Gray is a complex character, who embodies the contradictions and paradoxes of the human experience. The other characters in the novel are also well-developed, particularly Lord Henry Wotton, who serves as a mouthpiece for Wilde's own views on art and morality.
Finally, the novel is notable for its beautiful prose and vivid imagery. Wilde's writing is characterized by its wit, irony, and elegance, and his descriptions of the settings and characters are vivid and evocative. The novel is a true work of art, both in terms of its content and its form.
oterapijiiknjigama's review against another edition
5.0
Ostaje petica, ovoga puta sam čitala sporije i polako gustirala Vajlda. ❤️