Oscar Wilde – The Picture of Dorian Gray 2006 Turkish Book Turkey

Oscar Wilde – The Picture of Dorian Gray (Dorian Gray’in Portresi) – Can Yayınları Edition (2006)

Description:

This is the 2006 Turkish edition of The Picture of Dorian Gray (Dorian Gray’in Portresi), published by Can Yayınları. Written by Oscar Wilde and first published in 1890, the novel is Wilde’s only full-length work and one of the most influential texts of aesthetic and philosophical literature.

The story follows Dorian Gray, a young man whose portrait ages and records the moral consequences of his actions while he himself remains outwardly youthful. Influenced by Lord Henry Wotton’s ideas about beauty and pleasure, Dorian pursues a life of indulgence and excess, gradually losing his moral compass. The contrast between his unchanging appearance and the corrupted portrait forms the central tension of the novel.

Oscar Wilde is known for his wit, elegance, and critique of Victorian society. His works often explore themes of beauty, morality, and hypocrisy. In The Picture of Dorian Gray, he combines philosophical reflection with gothic elements, creating a narrative that continues to resonate with readers across generations.

This Can Yayınları edition presents a Turkish translation of Wilde’s most famous novel, offering a modern and accessible reading of this classic work. As a widely recognized literary masterpiece, it holds enduring appeal for both readers and collectors.

Key Features:

• Title: The Picture of Dorian Gray (Dorian Gray’in Portresi)

• Author: Oscar Wilde

• Publisher: Can Yayınları

• PublicationYear: 2006

• Language: Turkish

• Format: Paperback

• Genre: Philosophical novel; Gothic fiction

• Original Publication: 1890

• Main Character: Dorian Gray

• Themes: Beauty; Morality; Corruption; Identity; Aesthetics

• Literary Significance: Oscar Wilde’s only novel and a cornerstone of modern literature