The Picture of Dorian Gray

Normally, I couldn't care less about classics, but Oscar Wilde has a way of captivating me. The deep emotional level I was able to achieve with his characters fascinated me. Perhaps this was the perfect introduction to the vast world of classic literature?

"The Picture of Dorian Grey" hat sich nun schon mehrfach einen besonderen Platz in meinem Herzen erkämpft. Oscar Wilde gibt mit seinen moralisch fragwürdigen Charakteren und legendären Zitaten nicht nur Stoff zum nachdenken, sondern auch eine packende, düstere Geschichte mit Dark Academia-Vibes. Ein Buch über Oberflächlichkeit, Materialismus, Klassengesellschaft, geheime Verlangen und den Wunsch für immer jung zu bleiben. Ein Buch das nahezu verboten worden ist und Teil des Anklageprozesses gegen den Autor selbst war. Ein Buch das fesselt und im Kopf bleibt. „Die Bücher, die die Welt unmoralisch nennt, sind Bücher, die der Welt ihre eigene Schande vor Augen halten“ - Oscar Wilde

One of the first classics I have read was "The Picture of Dorian Gray" and it made me fall in love with the genre. Oscar Wilde had such a captivating writing style and a special way of describing the situations the characters were put in. With the dark atmosphere and the intriguing themes in the book, it is definitely worth reading!

The Picture of Dorian Gray is my favorite classical book. Oscar Wilde wrote his characters with such care, staying true to their identities. I think that we all, to some degree, are scared to age and die. In this book, Dorian makes the decision to sell his soul to transfer his aging process to a portrait of himself. But even if he stays young and beautiful, one's sins cannot be erased...

"Nowdays the people know the price of everything, and the value of nothing" This Book simply is a masterpiece. Oscar Wildes writing is exceptional, because of his sharp wit, poetic language and a deep understanding of human nature. This is not just a novel; it is a profound commentary on the human condition and the price of living without moral restraint. It is also a timeless exploration of beauty, vanity and moral corruption. It´s a darkly seductive read, perfect for those who enjoy thought provoking literature that delves into the consequences of living a life devoted to pleasure and aesthetics.