{"product_id":"the-picture-of-dorian-gray-9781513263366","title":"The Picture of Dorian Gray","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDorian Gray is arrogant. He is pompous, selfish, devastatingly narcissistic, and for much of his life he has never had to think twice about the ramifications of his actions.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen the arrival of artist Basil Hallard forces Gray to confront his deepest insecurities, Dorian's most vulnerable self is imminently revealed. After having traded his righteousness for riches, Dorian Gray becomes faced with many regrettable truths he must learn to tackle head on. Needing to own up to his actions, Gray must finally learn to deal with the consequences of living a life that completely self-obsessed. Gripping with relatable prose analogous to the many conundrums of growing up, Wilde weaves a narrative of both self-desire and self-actualization. \u003ci\u003eThe Picture of Dorian Gray\u003c\/i\u003e is a true coming of age tale in a time where the glamour of appearances was as heavy as the currency in your pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSince our inception in 2020, \u003cb\u003eMint Editions\u003c\/b\u003e has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWilde, Oscar:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOscar Wilde (1854-1909)\u003c\/b\u003e was a fiercely misunderstood, yet brilliantly accomplished 19th century British author, journalist, and resounding personality. Among many things, Oscar Wilde was known for his overall flamboyance, sharp intellectual wit, and firm belief in the philosophical movement of art-for-art's sake. Wilde rose to fame through the success of a culmination of his works resulting in his first and only novel, \u003ci\u003eThe Picture of Dorian Gray.\u003c\/i\u003e While battling constant and oppressive accusations of homosexuality, Wilde continued producing works of great art despite facing such harsh accusations of criminal erotic behavior. In addition to his work as an author, Wilde scripted the now famous play, \u003ci\u003eThe Importance of Being Earnest, \u003c\/i\u003e which was recognized in literary circles as an indelible success and would carry his reputation through the many future tribulations Wilde faced as an artist.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mint Editions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50567649558802,"sku":"9781513263366","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_cc8934a5-8cae-4084-a400-d6e495320671.jpg?v=1773149460","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-picture-of-dorian-gray-9781513263366","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}