{"product_id":"the-picture-of-dorian-gray-9780486278070","title":"The Picture of Dorian Gray","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn this celebrated work, his only novel, Wilde forged a devastating portrait of the effects of evil and debauchery on a young aesthete in late-19th-century England. Combining elements of the Gothic horror novel and decadent French fiction, the book centers on a striking premise: As Dorian Gray sinks into a life of crime and gross sensuality, his body retains perfect youth and vigor while his recently painted portrait grows day by day into a hideous record of evil, which he must keep hidden from the world. For over a century, this mesmerizing tale of horror and suspense has enjoyed wide popularity. It ranks as one of Wilde's most important creations and among the classic achievements of its kind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePoet and playwright Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) remains best known for his comedies of the 1890s, including \u003ci\u003eThe Importance of Being Earnest, \u003c\/i\u003e and for his tragic imprisonment and untimely death. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Dover Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50604147441938,"sku":"9780486278070","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_65d2e255-ba8f-4d81-9c2c-c9b0abde1dcc.jpg?v=1773149841","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-picture-of-dorian-gray-9780486278070","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}