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Will Self's Dorian is a shameless imitation of Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray that reimagines the novel in London's early-80s art scene, which was a golden era of sex, drugs, and decadence for liberated homosexuals before the AIDS epidemic struck later in the decade. It is set in an age where appearances matter more and more. Only the shallowest of people won't judge by them.
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A provocative 80s London reinterpretation of Dorian Gray.
Who is this book for?
If you're interested in edgy, alternative takes on classic literature, Dorian offers a vivid and gritty look at London's art scene during a tumultuous era. Will Self's sharp voice breathes new life into Wilde's themes of superficiality and moral decay, making it a compelling read for those who like their classics with a modern, rebellious twist.
