Oscar Wilde

"Portret Doriana Greja" - samoe znamenitoe proizvedenie Oskara Uajlda, edinstvennyj ego roman, vyzvavshij v svoe vremja shkval negativnykh otsenok i tem ne menee imevshij neverojatnyj uspekh. Glavnyj geroj romana, krasavets Dorian, - figura dvojstvennaja, neodnoznachnaja. Tonkij estet i romantik stanovitsja bezzhalostnym prestupnikom, a popytka sokhranit svoju neobychajnuju krasotu i molodost oborachivaetsja provalom. Rasskazy i skazki Uajlda - sredi kotorykh znamenitye "Kentervilskoe prividenie", "Schastlivyj prints", "Malchik-zvezda" i "Solovej i roza" - sochetajut v sebe romantiku i satiru na obschestvo, oni ironichny i nemnogo pechalny, polny izjaschestva i ostroumija. A ego skazki, napisannye dlja vzroslykh, "kotorye ne utratili dara radovatsja i izumljatsja", - eto trogatelnye istorii o ljubvi, dobrote i samopozhertvovanii.

"Portret Doriana Greja" - roman o rokovoj sdelke: vechnaja krasota v obmen na... Vprochem, o chem eto ja? Vy nichem ne zhertvuete. Molodost, krasota, nevinnost - vashi, a poroki i starost dostanutsja portretu. Soglasny? Konechno soglasny. Razve mozhno ot takogo otkazatsja? Eta kniga otlichno podojdet dazhe dlja nachinajuschikh uchit anglijskij jazyk, ved tekst romana v nej ne tolko uproschen, no i snabzhen grammaticheskim kommentariem i slovarem, v kotoryj voshli vse slova, soderzhaschiesja v tekste. Otdajte dushu izucheniju anglijskogo, i rezultaty ne zastavjat sebja zhdat!

Oscar Wilde's only novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray, is an enduring masterpiece of gothic horror, exploring the corruption of humanity, our desire to sin, and the extremes vanity will lead us to. Young, handsome, and privileged, Dorian Gray has his portrait painted by the talented Basil Hallward. When Sir Henry Wotton convinces Dorian of the need to indulge in one's own vanity and to take advantage of his good looks, the young man makes a wish that could become his downfall when he exchanges his soul for eternal youth. As Dorian lives out a selfishly decadent lifestyle, he remains the picture of a perfect gentleman to those around him, but his portrait displays the consequences of an ageing and sinful existence. First published in 1890 and written with Oscar Wilde's alluring wit and breathtaking imagery, The Picture of Dorian Gray is a timeless Gothic tragedy, perfect for those interested in classic fantasy and horror.

"How sad it is " murmured Dorian Gray Як сумно - пробурмотів Доріан Грейhis eyes were still fixed upon his own portrait Його погляд все ще був прикутий до власного портрета"How sad it is I shall grow old, and horrible, and dreadful" "Як це сумно Я постарію, і жахливий, і страшний""But this picture will remain always young" Але ця картина залишиться завжди молодою"It will never be older than this particular day of June" Він ніколи не буде старшим за цей конкретний день червня"If it were only the other way " - Якби все було навпаки "If it were I who was to be always young, and the picture that was to grow old " Якби це був я, який мав би бути завжди молодим, і картина, яка мала б постаріти "For that I would give everything " - За це я віддав би все "Yes, there is nothing in the whole world I would not give " - Так, нема в цілому світі нічого, чого б я не віддав "I would give my soul to make it happen " Я віддав би свою душу, щоб це сталося

- Qu triste es -murmur Dorian Gray- "How sad it is " murmured Dorian GraySus ojos segu an fijos en su propio retrato his eyes were still fixed upon his own portrait" Qu triste es Envejecer , y horrible, y espantoso" "How sad it is I shall grow old, and horrible, and dreadful""Pero esta imagen seguir siendo siempre joven" "But this picture will remain always young""Mi retrato nunca ser m s antiguo que este d a de junio en particular""My portrait will never be older than this particular day of June"- Si fuera al rev s "If it were only the other way "- Si fuera yo quien fuera siempre joven, y el cuadro el que envejeciera "If it were I who was to be always young, and the picture that was to grow old "" Por eso lo dar a todo " "For that I would give everything "" S , no hay nada en todo el mundo que no dar a " "Yes, there is nothing in the whole world I would not give "" Dar a mi alma para que esto sucediera " "I would give my soul to make it happen "

The Picture of Dorian Gray [1891] is Oscar Wilde's masterful novel about a beautiful young man who is portrayed by an artist, and whose picture proceeds to age in his place. Led astray by an older friend, Dorian Gray acts upon his desires with no regard for the consequences. Despite this, he always manages to escape unpunished. His painted portrait, however, becomes increasingly distorted; and finally, he can no longer endure it. The dandy novel of dandy novels, The Picture of Dorian Gray is a story whose main character has come to signify a phenomena far beyond the boundaries of literature. One of the great classics of English fiction, here accompanied by Wilde s intriguing early short story, The Canterville Ghost [1887]. OSCAR WILDE [born 1854 in Dublin, died 1900 in Paris] was an Irish poet, playwright, prose writer and essayist. His significance as a symbol for persecuted homosexuals is immeasurable. Wilde was sentenced to two years of imprisonment with hard labour, his works were boycotted, dramatic productions were shut down, and he was publicly vilified. His most famous prose works include the Faustian novel The Picture of Dorian Gray and the autobiographical book about his trial and imprisonment, De Profundis [1905].

Gloriously adapted and illustrated by the winner of the British Book Awards Nibbie for Children’s Illustrated Book of the Year and the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize. 'This gorgeous version of Oscar Wilde's classic fable is a heartwarming delight' - Waterstones, Best Children's Books June 2024 Swallow is a homeless boy who’s just arrived in the big city. He settles down for the night under the golden and bejewelled statue of the Happy Prince, yet when he looks up he sees the statue is weeping. What could a golden Happy Prince possibly have to feel sad about? But from his view high above the city, the prince can see the suffering of the poor. He asks little Swallow to take his jewels and gold to the people who need them most. Can the statue and the boy find a way to bring happiness to everyone in the city?

El retrato de Dorian Gray (1890) es una obra maestra de la literatura g tica y decadente, escrita por Oscar Wilde. Esta novela explora temas profundos como la obsesi n con la belleza, la moralidad y la corrupci n del alma a trav s de la historia de Dorian Gray, un joven cuya apariencia permanece inmutable mientras su retrato envejece y refleja su creciente depravaci n. La obra es una cr tica mordaz a la superficialidad de la sociedad victoriana y plantea cuestiones ticas sobre la b squeda del placer y las consecuencias de vivir una vida sin remordimientos. A pesar de la controversia inicial que gener su publicaci n, la novela ha perdurado como un cl sico literario, influyendo en m ltiples formas de arte y manteniendo su relevancia en el an lisis de la naturaleza humana y la moralidad.

The Happy Prince, and Other Tales" is a collection of fairy tales and short stories written by Oscar Wilde and first published in 1888. The stories are renowned for their blend of whimsy, moral lessons, and poignant social commentary, showcasing Wilde's distinctive wit and storytelling process. The collection includes several fairy tales and short stories, each with its own unique characters and themes. Some of the notable stories in "The Happy Prince, and Other Tales" include: "The Happy Prince" The title story of the collection, which tells the tale of a statue of a prince who, in his lifetime, was shielded from the harsh realities of poverty and suffering. In death, the statue learns of the misery of the city's poor and enlists the help of a swallow to alleviate their suffering. "The Nightingale and the Rose" A story about a nightingale who sacrifices herself to create a red rose for a student to give to his beloved. The tale explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the consequences of idealism. "The Selfish Giant" A story about a giant who initially refuses to allow children to play in his garden, leading to perpetual winter. The giant learns the importance of kindness and generosity through the innocence of children. Oscar Wilde's writing in this collection is characterized by its lyrical prose, vivid imagery, and fairy tale motifs. He infuses each story with wit, irony, and moral lessons, creating a narrative style that appeals to both children and adults. The Happy Prince, and Other Tales" was well-received upon its publication and has since become a classic of children's literature. Wilde's ability to combine fantasy with moral allegory has ensured the collection's enduring popularity and its status as a literary masterpiece.