The Picture of Dorian Gray was published in 1890. It tells the story of a handsome young man Dorian Gray. Dorian Gray comes under the bad influence of Lord Henry, who teaches him that beauty is God's greatest gift to humankind. Gray goes to his friend Basil Hallward, who is a painter, and asks him to paint his portrait. Gray is so impressed by his portrait that he falls in love with his own beauty. He secretly wishes that he never becomes old. A miracle happens and his wish is granted. Dorian Gray remains forever young and beautiful. But his portrait keeps growing in age and turns ugly with each passing year. In the end, Dorian realises his mistake, but it is too late. The miracle ends and he dies, a repentant old man.
