The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde

In "The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde, a young and handsome man named Dorian Gray becomes the subject of a portrait painted by the talented artist Basil Hallward. Dorian's friend, Lord Henry Wotton, influences him to embrace a hedonistic lifestyle, valuing youth and beauty above all else. As Dorian indulges in a life of excess and vice, he remains untouched by the passage of time and the consequences of his actions, while his portrait ages and reflects the true nature of his soul. The novel delves into themes of vanity, moral corruption, and the consequences of one's choices, offering a thought-provoking exploration of human nature and the pursuit of eternal youth and pleasure.