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The Picture of Dorian Gray

By: Oscar Wilde
Narrated by: Stephen Fry
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Oscar Wilde's only published full-length novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray, is the story of a man who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for eternal youth. As Basil Hallward, an aspiring artist, puts a few touches on a portrait of his handsome young friend Dorian Gray, Gray wishes that the portrait might grow old while he remains forever young. While Dorian Gray spends his life pursuing fresh experiences and new sensations, his looks do not change. However, the portrait, secretly hidden in the attic of his residence and with which he has grown increasingly obsessed, does. More and more, as Dorian struggles to hide his true identity, the portrait reveals his progressive pathway to dissolution.

Public Domain (P)1999, 2017 Audio Literature / Phoenix Books Genre Fiction Literary Fiction Literature & Fiction Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Psychological Thriller & Suspense Fiction
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I had heard this referenced many times & enjoyed some of Oscar Wilde's poetry - so thought I'd check it out.
Brilliant. Fascinating musings on the nature of the soul, time, "sin", and the society of the era.
Fry's recitation was amazing. Exciting enough without being overdramatic.
Of course, this story was written in 1890 - the language used is what was used in the period. This is the original - not a new adaptation.

Fascinating musings on soul, time, sin & society

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Stephen Fry has done an amazing job, as always of narrating this classic by Oscar Wilde. Well worth the money

Amazing

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This is a great story, Lord Harry is one of the great literary characters. Stephen Fry' s narration is fantastic.

Excellent book brilliantly read highly recommend.

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Stefan Frys narration was so gripping and had a good enough range that I was lost in the story. absolutely loved it.

narration so good he becomes forgotten

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I cannot believe it has taken me so long to read this masterpiece. It was all the more rich and gripping dramatised by Stephen Fry who never disappoints. Do not miss the opportunity to listen to this book. It is life changing!

Not to be missed!

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Would buy almost any book narrated by Stephen fry from now on. What a pleasure to listen to.

So glad I purchased this book

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Tremendous rendition of a timeless classic. Stephen Fry’s enthusiasm gives glory to Oscar Wilde’s work

Exquisite

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i loved it so much, love the story line and it's fun from the first word to the last. You won't regret reading this book.

oh boy did i love this book. Please read it.

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For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world but lose his own soul?

In part a parable cautioning against the perils of a libertine lifestyle, in part a celebration of such — the Picture of Dorian Gray will leave one with much to ponder.

Though the plot is at times predictable and the characters are perhaps too exaggerated to be ‘relatable’, Wilde’s magnum opus remains engaging throughout. Dense, somber, and sporadically hilarious — readers will be left on the edge of their seat as they await the next pearl of “wisdom” it disseminates to challenge their worldview.

Stephen Fry’s narration is terrific, though at times it can be a bit difficult to discern who exactly is speaking in this dialogue-driven affair, particularly early.

A classic for a reason - read it !

Makes u think

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Always wish Stephen Fry could read all the novels in the world, his performances are perfection. Story itself is great considering it was written 1890.

Wonderful performance by Stephen Fry

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