illustration of the upper-right corner of Dorian Gray's picture

The Picture of Dorian Gray

by Oscar Wilde

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The Picture of Dorian Gray

In "The Picture of Dorian Gray," the portrait undergoes magical changes, reflecting Dorian Gray's moral degeneration while he remains outwardly youthful. Each of Dorian's sinful acts and moral...

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The Picture of Dorian Gray

Dorian Gray uses the metaphor of an inn to describe his relationship with religion, particularly Catholicism. He likens it to a temporary stay, not a permanent home, indicating his lack of commitment...

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