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réf. 1889The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde A masterpiece of Victorian Gothic literature and a timeless exploration of decadence vanity and the Faustian bargain The Picture of Dorian Gray is Oscar Wilde's only published novel and his most enduring work. Plot Summary: Enthralled by his own exquisite portrait the young and beautiful Dorian Gray expresses a wish: that the painting would age instead of him. To his astonishment his wish is granted. As Dorian plunges into a life of hedonistic pursuit moral decay and unspeakable sins his face remains youthful and flawless. Meanwhile locked away in his attic his portrait bears the grotesque marks of his every transgression growing increasingly hideous with each act of cruelty and depravity. Key Themes: Aesthetics vs. Morality: The novel famously champions the philosophy of "Art for Art's Sake" while simultaneously exploring the consequences of a life lived without ethical constraints. The Duality of Human Nature: The pristine Dorian and his decaying portrait serve as a powerful symbol of the conflict between one's public facade and one's corrupted soul. The Pursuit of Pleasure: The story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of hedonism and the emptiness of a life devoted solely to the pursuit of beauty and sensual experience. The Faustian Bargain: Dorian's deal—to retain his youth at the cost of his soul—echoes the classic myth of selling one's soul for personal gain. The Corruption of Innocence: The novel traces the tragic transformation of an innocent young man into a corrupted and monstrous figure. Literary Significance: Upon its first publication in 1890 the novel was met with public outrage and critical scorn for its "indecent" and "unmoral" themes. Yet it has since been recognized as a classic of Western literature celebrated for its brilliant witty dialogue its evocative prose and its profound philosophical questions about art life and the nature of sin. Why You Should Read It: Witty and Profound Prose: Wilde's signature epigrams and dazzling dialogue are on full display. A Gripping Gothic Tale: It functions as a suspenseful and chilling horror story. A Timeless Character: The enigmatic Lord Henry Wotton with his seductive and cynical wit remains one of literature's most memorable figures. Relevant Exploration of Vanity: Its critique of narcissism and the obsession with eternal youth feels remarkably modern. The Picture of Dorian Gray is more than a story; it is a mesmerizing and unsettling mirror held up to the darkest corners of the human soul. Books, Inc. hardcover
réf. 40148London: Leonard Smithers 1899 Third edition. Oscar Wilde's name does appear in the bookwith his prison number. . Hardcover book. Brown cloth with cream cloth spine. 31pp. Printed on laid paper with hand-cut edges. No inscriptions Covers have lightly bumped corners and some softening grubby spine and margins small red ink stain to top of spine and dot to front. Binding sound. Pages browned to edges and endpapers Some pages unopened. A Good only copy of this early edition. pictures available. London: Leonard Smithers, 1899 hardcover
1894réf. 79809London: Reeves and Turner 1894. Volume 2 only. Near Fine condition. In very nice condition. Unfortunately we have been unable to locate volume 1. Lady Wilde was the mother of Oscar Wilde. Reeves and Turner unknown
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1905réf. 18801John W. Luce and Company Boston. Very Good. Three volumes. the first three vols 1 and 2 were published in 1905 vol 3 was 1907. Overall very good for age. Bound in brown cloth with gilt lettering top edges and a gilt decoration on each front board. Each book has a period book plate and moderate age tone to contents. No jackets. Small wear to edges and some rub to gilt on spines. A very old magazine article about a "Wilde revival" has been laid in vol one which begins with Lady Windermere's fan. Vol 2 starts with The importance of being earnest and vol 3starts with The Duchess of Padua. : . THIS BOOK IS IN OUR POSSESSION. WE SHIP MOST BOOKS SIX DAYS A WEEK AND WILL CONFIRM WITH TRACKING NUMBER FOR DOMESTIC ORDERS OR CUSTOMS NUMBER FOR NON DOMESTIC . 1905. John W. Luce and Company Boston hardcover
1911réf. salomemosherPortland ME: Thomas B Mosher 1911. Limited Edition. Hardcover. Clean pages tight binding clot. Salome a Tragedy in One Act Translated from the French of Oscar Wilde by Alfred Bruce Douglas. Limited edition of 500 copies published on hand-made paper by Thomas B Mosher in Portland ME 1911.Clean pages tight binding cloth boards with minor toning to lower edge Thomas B Mosher hardcover
réf. 2382748265.Gpaperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. paperback
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réf. 1731707304.Ghardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. hardcover
1989réf. mon0000110474Collins. 1989-01-01. Hardcover. Good. in x in x in. Undated collins edition on faded blue cloth with 15 drawings by donia nachshen with small spit to one side spine seam Collins. hardcover
réf. #[29724]Amsterdam M. Westerman 1830. Original printed wrappers. With lithographed title-page and 3 folding lithographed plates of Gunung Gedeh Gunung Tangkuban Perahu and the Tjitarum. II2433 pp. First edition. - 'The author Andries de Wilde 1781-1865 had great experience of the Preanger Regencies of Java first as Opziener and Assistant Resident at Buitenzorg and subsequently as owner of the famous estate Sukabumi comprising the districts of Gunungparang Tjimahi Tjiheulang and Tjitjurug which had been sold by the British colonial administration in 1813 and which ten years later was expropriated by the Netherlands Indies Government' Bastin & Brommer p.133. A detailed description of the Preanger regencies Java.- Copy from the library of Dutch parliament. - Some foxing. Bastin & Brommer N 185; Tiele 1209. unknown
1997réf. 15271Cambridge Massachusetts: The MIT Press 1997. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. Dust jacket shows some light browning and discoloration. Dust jacket shows some light edge rubbing scuffing and shelf wear. The MIT Press hardcover
réf. TB34134London: Collins no date stated. No edition stated. No printing stated Fine in full light brown leather covered boards with five raised bands on the spine with gilt text on one compartment with blind embossed lines suggesting spine bands wrapped around the spine and extending to the boards. A 16mo of 7 by 4 5/8 inches with gilt on all edges of the text block. Without a dust jacket as issued. An extremely elaborate binding with gilt decorations on the turn-ins with marbled end sheets bound by Hatchards of London. 1381 pages containing a collection of works by Wilde including Stories with The Picture of Dorian Gray; Lord Arthur Savile's Crime and Other Stories; A House of Pomegranates 510 pages. Plays including: Lady Windermere's Fan; A Woman of No Importance; An Ideal Husband; The Importance of Being Earnest; and Salome 391 pages Poems & Essays of 480 pages. Illustrated with a frontispiece and eight plates from drawings by Donia Nachshen. Collins hardcover
réf. alb34f6f90eb9433285Saint Petersburg. Anima 2002. SKUalb34f6f90eb9433285. You are welcome to reach out to us for a detailed description of the copies currently available. Delivery of this book may take longer than usual including extended processing and pre-shipping time no expedited shipping is available. Please advise us if you have a set date or a deadline to receive your order. SKUalb34f6f90eb9433285 unknown
2004réf. 908NBM 2004 This copy is conservatively graded in Near Fine condition with clean crisp text and a tight square binding. As a small family shop we store our inventory in a smoke-free climate-controlled environment to ensure maximum preservation and the majority of our books are fitted with protective covers. We price our inventory competitively to move fast. Actual photos are pending due to rapid listing but we will gladly send real photos directly to your inbox upon request-simply contact our shop. Your book will be carefully wrapped in bubble wrap and shipped in a sturdy box for secure transit. International shipping is available to select countries. 8.5x10.98x0.39 INCHES. Book. Signed by Authors. First edition. Hardcover. Near Fine. NBM hardcover
1913réf. OWHAPPYPRINCE01David Nutt 1913. Hard Cover. G - Good. Charles Robinson. A 1913 edition of The Happy Prince & Other Stories by Oscar Wilde featuring fantastic colour plates by Charles Robinson. The plates are in excellent condition! "The Happy Prince and Other Stories" is a collection of bedtime stories for children by Oscar Wilde first published in May 1888. It contains five stories that are highly popular among children and frequently read in schools: The Happy Prince The Nightingale and the Rose The Selfish Giant The Devoted Friend and The Remarkable Rocket. The short stories are valued for their morals and have been made into animated films. This book is well over 100 years old and the condition Fair to Good is as one might expect from a book of this vintage. There are some loose pages and a fair amount of discolouration to the edges of the pages. 134 pages. Full Colour illustrations. 8" x 10" 200mm x 260mm. 2 David Nutt hardcover