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Picture of Dorian Gray - Oscar Wilde
The provided Book comprises excerpts from a 2003 Barnes & Noble Classics edition of Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray. These excerpts include the table of contents, sections of the novel itself, Wilde's preface discussing the nature of art and morality, biographical information on Wilde, and an introduction and commentary by Camille Cauti. The excerpts also feature endnotes providing historical context, and comments and questions for further reading prompting critical engagement with the novel. The selected passages showcase the novel's plot, its exploration of beauty, youth, and morality, and the critical reception it received. Cauti's commentary sheds light on Wilde's life and the cultural context surrounding the book's creation and enduring legacy.
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Published on 1 year ago