Rare 1954 Edition: The Picture of Dorian Gray & De Profundis by Oscar Wilde #125

The Picture of Dorian Gray & De Profundis by Oscar Wilde. •Rare 1954 Modern Library Books Edition. Modern Library Book #125 •In excellent, gently read condition. Some minor stains from age. Hardcover, with original dust jacket. •Oscar Wilde’s only novel is the dreamlike story of a young man who sells his soul for eternal youth and beauty. For over a century, this mesmerizing tale of horror and suspense has enjoyed wide popularity. It ranks as one of Wilde's most important creations and among the classic achievements of its kind. •De Profundis (Latin: "from the depths") is a 50,000 word letter written by Oscar Wilde during his imprisonment in Reading Gaol, to Lord Alfred Douglas, his lover. Wilde wrote the letter between January and March 1897; he was not allowed to send it, but took it with him upon release. In it he repudiates Lord Alfred for what Wilde finally sees as his arrogance and vanity; he had not forgotten Douglas's remark, when he was ill, "When you are not on your pedestal you are not interesting." He also felt redemption and fulfillment in his ordeal, realizing that his hardship had filled the soul with the fruit of experience, however bitter it tasted at the time. ✨Ships Fast, Recycled or thrifted packaging✨ 🌿Bundle up 2 or more items and get 20% off, PLUS You will save on the Shipping! New to Poshmark? Sign up with code: DANIKAELAINE for $15 off!