THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GREY--OSCAR WILDE
A blend of BEAUTY and SIN
Lord Henry Wotton, with his dark cynicism and seductive charm, stands out as one of the most memorable characters in literature. The novel intertwines themes of jealousy, cynicism, aesthetics, love, and sin in a way that defies simple categorization.
Oscar Wilde's use of metaphors, abstractions, and symbolism creates a rich tapestry within the novel, elevating it beyond straightforward narrative. His language, though direct, conveys complex ideas and emotions, making the blend of sin and art all the more compelling. The novel’s critique of societal norms and the moral decay that comes with the pursuit of eternal beauty and pleasure is both timeless and thought-provoking.
Here are the lines you mentioned, which exemplify Wilde's masterful prose:
- "Intellect is in itself a mode of exaggeration and destroys the harmony of any face."
- "I am jealous of everything whose beauty does not die. I am jealous of the portrait you have painted of me. Why should it keep what I must lose?"
These lines highlight the novel's exploration of beauty, envy, and the passage of time, themes that are central to the story. Wilde’s writing invites readers to question their own beliefs and the values of the society around them, making "The Picture of Dorian Gray" a work that lingers in the mind long after the final page is turned.
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