The Picture of Dorian Gray is a classic work by Oscar Wilde, first published in 1890. It is a moral and philosophical novel that tells the story of the young and beautiful Dorian Gray. Dorian expresses a wish that his portrait would age instead of him, allowing him to remain forever young. This wish comes true, and Dorian begins a life filled with pleasure and sin, but ultimately his spiritual downfall is inevitable. The book is rich with deep psychological and ethical issues, which keep it relevant to this day.