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Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde (1854–1900) was the supreme wit of the English language—playwright, poet, essayist, and the most quotable writer who ever lived. Born in Dublin to intellectual parents, he studied at Trinity College and Oxford before conquering London society with his brilliance, flamboyance, and devastating conversation. This author hub collects 1 work in the Canon Compass ranking, led by The Picture of Dorian Gray.

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Start with The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde, ranked #88 in the Canon Compass list.

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The Picture of Dorian Gray

by Oscar Wilde

4.6 out of 5 stars(3.2K)

Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray: a young man trades his soul for eternal beauty. A Gothic masterpiece of art, vanity, and corruption.

Gothic & Dark
Philosophy & Faith

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  1. #88The Picture of Dorian Gray