A Picture of Dorian Gray: A Faustian Pact in Darkness
Oscar Wilde's chilling masterpiece, "The Picture of Dorian Gray," delves into the depths of human {ambitiongreed and the dangers of unchecked vanity. Dorian Gray, a virtuous man of exquisite beauty, makes a Faustian bargain: his image shall wither in place of him, preserving his youthful charm forever. This pact with darkness {setshim|free/on|afloa