“With subtle and finely-wrought temperaments it is always so. Their strong passions must either bruise or bend. They either slay the man, or themselves die. Shallow sorrows and shallow loves live on. The loves and the sorrows that are great are destroyed by their own plenitude.”
Quote by Oscar Wilde
Work
The Picture of Dorian Gray (Diversion Classics)
This novel delves into the consequences of pursuing unending youth and beauty, featuring a protagonist whose portrait ages while he remains youthful. The story raises questions about the nature of beauty and the cost of ambition. more
Author
Oscar Wilde
Oscar Wilde, born on October 16, 1854, in Ireland, and died on November 30, 1900, was a renowned Irish writer, playwright, and poet. His works are known for their wit, satire, and unique style, with notable works including 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' and 'Lady Windermere's Fan'. more
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