The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde (Book Review and Summary)
The picture of Dorian Gray is considered to be the greatest work of Oscar Wilde and his only novel. It was first published by censoring some of the parts of the story which as deemed to be vulgar and inappropriate. I actually read the uncensored 13 chapter version but could not understand why it was recognized to be not suitable in the early 1900s . The story revolves around the life of the charming and most handsome Dorian Gray who is invited to the studio by Basil Hallward who is a painter. Basil Hallward captures the utmost beauty of Dorian Gray in his painting so much so that he thinks that he has captured part of his affections for Dorian in the painting as well. Basil reveals this to Lord Henry who is close friend of his and from that moment Lord Henry is eager to be introduced to Dorian Gray. The first encounter of Lord Henry with Dorian Gray is at the studio. Before their meeting it is Basil who says that "He has a simple and a beautiful nature. Don't spo...