In 1882, Oscar Wilde met Frances Richards in Ottawa, where he visited her studios. In 1887, Richards moved to London where she renewed her acquaintance with Wilde and painted his portrait. Wilde … See more

Following the criticism of the magazine edition of the novel, Wilde wrote a preface in which he indirectly addressed the criticisms in a series of epigrams. The preface was first … See more

• Dorian Gray – a handsome, narcissistic young man enthralled by Lord Henry's "new" hedonism. He indulges in every pleasure and … See more

Wilde's own life
Wilde wrote in an 1894 letter:
[The Picture of Dorian Gray] contains much of me in it — Basil Hallward is what I think I am; Lord … See more

1890 novella
The literary merits of The Picture of Dorian Gray impressed Stoddart, but he told the publisher, George Lippincott, "in its present condition … See more

On a summer day in Victorian England, Lord Henry Wotton, an opinionated man, observes the sensitive artist Basil Hallward painting the portrait … See more

Morality and societal influence
Throughout the novel, Wilde delves into the themes of morality and influence, exploring how … See more