In this celebrated work, his only novel, Wilde forged a devastating portrait of the effects of evil and debauchery on a young aesthete in late-19th-century England. Combining elements of the Gothic horror novel and decadent French fiction, the book centers on a striking premise: As Dorian Gray sinks into a life of crime and gross sensuality, his body retains perfect youth and vigor while his recently painted portrait grows day by day into a hideous record of evil, which he must keep hidden from the world. For over a century, this mesmerizing tale of horror and suspense has enjoyed wide popularity. It ranks as one of Wilde's most important creations and among the classic achievements of its kind.
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August 13, 2014 -
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Kindle Book
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- ISBN: 9780486114736
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- ISBN: 9780486114736
- File size: 1130 KB
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- English
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- ATOS Level: 7.7
- Lexile® Measure: 970
- Interest Level: 9-12(UG)
- Text Difficulty: 5-7
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