The Picture of Dorian Gray and Other Works
by Oscar Wilde
Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2012
This collection features Oscar Wilde's famous novella about a man who remains eternally young while his portrait ages.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe novella contains mature themes and suggestive descriptions of hedonism.
There are descriptions of violence and death related to the portrait.
Some mild profanity and coarse language appear in the text.
There are instances of casual or dismissive references to religion.
The narrative explores themes of addiction and self-destruction.
Suicide is a significant plot point and consequence in the story.
The decaying portrait and themes of moral decay create a dark atmosphere.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present in this book.
There are allusions to homosexual relationships and societal attitudes.
The book critically examines Victorian morality and societal hypocrisy.
No negative portrayal of Christians is present in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters exhibit a lack of courage in facing their moral choices.
No Christian faith is depicted or promoted in this book.
Love is often portrayed as superficial or corrupted by vanity.
Themes of repentance and redemption are absent from the narrative.
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