The Picture of Dorian Gray

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    Chapter 1: The Artist and His Muse

    Basil Hallward discusses his artistic ideals with Lord Henry. Basil explains his admiration for Dorian Gray and how the young man has influenced his art. He refuses to exhibit the portrait because it reveals too much of himself.
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    Chapter 2: The Seduction of Youth

    Dorian arrives and sits for Basil. Lord Henry begins to influence Dorian, speaking of youth and beauty. Dorian expresses a desire to remain young forever while the portrait ages.
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    Chapter 3: A Dangerous Influence

    Dorian visits Lord Henry and continues to be enchanted by his ideas. He becomes more self-aware and introspective.
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    Chapter 4: Love at First Sight

    Dorian tells Lord Henry he has fallen in love with Sibyl Vane, an actress. He describes her theatrical performances and announces their engagement.
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    Chapter 5: Warnings and Omens

    Sibyl tells her family about Dorian (whom she calls "Prince Charming"). Her brother James warns her not to trust him and vows to kill Dorian if he hurts her.
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    Chapter 6: The Fall of Sibyl Vane

    Lord Henry tells Basil about the engagement. They all attend Sibyl’s performance, which turns out to be terrible. Dorian is humiliated and decides to end the relationship.
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    Chapter 7: Betrayal and Tragedy

    Backstage, Dorian cruelly rejects Sibyl. He returns home to find the portrait has changed expression. The next day, Lord Henry tells him Sibyl has committed suicide.
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    Chapter 8: The Secret of the Portrait

    Dorian shows no remorse and decides to embrace Lord Henry’s views. He decides to hide the portrait.
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    Chapter 9: Concern and Denial

    Basil visits Dorian to console him and is shocked by Dorian’s coldness. Basil asks to see the portrait, but Dorian refuses. The portrait is moved to a locked room.
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    Chapter 10: The Yellow Book and Corruption

    Dorian examines the portrait and locks it away. He reads the yellow book Lord Henry has given him and becomes captivated by its philosophy.
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    Chapter 11: The Years of Decadence

    Years pass as Dorian pursues a life of indulgence and immorality. Rumors spread about his corrupting influence.
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    Chapter 12: Basil's Confrontation

    Basil visits Dorian before leaving for Paris. He confronts Dorian about the rumors and asks him to change.
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    Chapter 13: Murder in the Dark

    Dorian shows Basil the portrait. Horrified, Basil begs him to repent. Dorian murders Basil.
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    Chapter 14: A Sinful Bargain

    Dorian blackmails Alan Campbell into disposing of Basil’s body. Alan uses chemicals to destroy the corpse.
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    Chapter 15: Public Facade, Private Horror

    That evening, Dorian attends a dinner party, acting as though nothing has happened. He receives a letter about Alan Campbell’s suicide.
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    Chapter 16: The Shadow of Revenge

    Dorian visits an opium den. James Vane follows him and threatens to kill him. Dorian escapes by convincing him he is too young to be the man James seeks.
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    Chapter 17: The Hunter Becomes the Hunted

    Dorian tries to resume normal life. At a country estate, James Vane is seen stalking him. James is accidentally shot during a hunting party.
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    Chapter 18: Fleeting Redemption

    Dorian reflects on his actions and considers changing. He spares a village girl he would have seduced.
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    Chapter 19: The Failure of Good Intentions

    He tells Lord Henry he wants to be good. He realizes his motivations are still selfish and corrupt. He wonders if the portrait has changed back.
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    Chapter 20: The Final Reckoning

    Dorian decides to destroy the portrait with a knife. The servants hear a scream and find Dorian dead and decayed. The portrait is once again beautiful and youthful.