James Coleman
Summary
Dorian Gray--a young man born of innocent principles, initially unaware of the unearthly beauty he possesses. His captivating youth is a thing of envy and fascination to all who meet him, and it enthralls a talented painter by the name of Basil Hallward, and an opinionated theorist called Lord Henry Watton. One unchangeable afternoon, Basil creates a masterful portrait which captures the entire essence of Dorian Gray--literally.
As Dorian becomes self-aware and influenced by the dubious words of Henry Watton, he becomes entrapped by the desire for sin and sensualities in order to live his youth to the fullest. As he sinks further into the life of crime, the painted portrait displays all of his committed evil upon it, all while Dorian himself remains the untouched embodiment of innocence and beauty. Ultimately, the crimes of his past catch up to him, and in a fit of emotion to be rid of his guilt and in an attempt to begin a new life, he stabs the hideous portrait--only to reflect the same fatal wound, which kills him.
As Dorian becomes self-aware and influenced by the dubious words of Henry Watton, he becomes entrapped by the desire for sin and sensualities in order to live his youth to the fullest. As he sinks further into the life of crime, the painted portrait displays all of his committed evil upon it, all while Dorian himself remains the untouched embodiment of innocence and beauty. Ultimately, the crimes of his past catch up to him, and in a fit of emotion to be rid of his guilt and in an attempt to begin a new life, he stabs the hideous portrait--only to reflect the same fatal wound, which kills him.