The Picture of Dorian Gray
The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde is a beautifully crafted collector’s edition published by Macmillan Collector’s Library, set to release on September 16, 2025. This edition spans 288 pages and is presented in English. The novel follows Dorian Gray, a young and strikingly handsome man who, upon seeing his portrait, wishes to remain forever youthful. As he indulges in a life filled with hedonism and moral decay, his outward appearance remains untouched, while the portrait in his attic bears the scars of his actions.
Readers will encounter a vivid exploration of themes such as vanity and the duality of human nature within the context of Victorian society. The narrative delves into the consequences of Dorian’s choices, revealing the stark contrast between his charming exterior and the corruption that festers within. This edition not only highlights Wilde’s literary prowess but also serves as a representation of fin-de-siècle decadence, making it a significant addition to the Gothic fiction genre.
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A beautiful collector’s edition of Oscar Wilde’s brilliant Gothic novel.
Dorian Gray is young, arrogant and devastatingly handsome. Confronted by his beauty in the form of a portrait, and struck by the terrible realization that he will age, Dorian wishes to retain his charms for ever and finds his desire granted. He abandons himself to a life of hedonism, vice and murder, yet his face remains unmarked by his evil. But, hidden in his attic, the painting ages and corrupts, and one day Dorian must stand face to face with the man he has become.
A perfect depiction of fin-de-siècle decadence, Oscar Wilde’s only novel highlights the tension between the polished surface and murky depths of Victorian high society.
Parties and Passions, Mrs Dalloway, and The Great Gatsby are also available in this Macmillan Collector’s Library series of gorgeous paperbacks with bespoke covers and high-quality finishes, featuring the greatest parties and the wildest passions in literature.
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