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They're both interested in themselves. They're both "seekers" as well, probably.
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Who is present for the lunch at the home of Lord Henry's aunt?
In "The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde, Lord Henry, Dorian Gray, and Basil Hallward are present for lunch at Lord Henry's aunt's home. Lord Henry and Basil are discussing Dorian Gray, who is the subject of Basil's portrait.
The Picture of Dorian Gray what was the relationship between dorian and lord Henry?
Lord Henry always kind of controlled Dorian. He wanted to be to Dorian what Dorian was to Basil. Dorian probably wasn't even aware of how highly he held Henry, and never quite perceived of the impact of Henry's words on him. Dorian thought of him as a friend, but in reality, he was like his puppy.
What do Dorian Gray and Lord Henry have in common when they first meet?
Dorian Gray and Lord Henry both share an interest in aesthetics and a fascination with beauty and pleasure. They are both drawn to the idea of living life to its fullest and indulging in self-gratification. This initial connection leads to Lord Henry's influence over Dorian and the transformation of Dorian's character throughout the novel.
Why does lord Henry choose Dorian as his disciple?
Lord Henry teaches Dorian about decadence, a concept invented in the Victorian Era that relies on pleasure before morals. Before meeting Henry, Dorian was relatively innocent, and he followed the strict Victorian social codes of the time. But after Dorian becomes fascinated with both Henry and the concept of decadence, he plummets into sin and frequents the SoHo (red light) district. If Henry had never given him the book that changed Dorian's outlook on life, he would have never done all of those decadent things in the first place, and he wouldn't have been a slave to the devil within his portrait.
What does Lord Henry tell Dorian Gray is the real secret of life?
Lord Henry tells Dorian Gray that the real secret of life is to enjoy it. He advises Dorian to seek pleasure and beauty in all things, to indulge in his desires, and to avoid anything that detracts from his happiness.
Lord Henry and basil are both close friends of dorian?
They are both his mentors.
What awkward situation happens when basil wants to work on the portrait?
Basil wants Lord Henry to leave, but Dorian insist that Basil makes Lord Henry stay.
When was Dorian Lord created?
Dorian Lord was created in 1973.
What is the name of the book Lord Henry gives Dorian Gray to read in The Picture Of Dorian Gray?
Lord Henry gives him a yellow book. In the Barnes and Nobles version of The Picture of Dorian Gray, it is stated at the very bottom of the page on 128 that it is a French book called A Rebours or translated into English as Against Nature, or Against the Grain.
Why does basil hallward go to visit Dorian the morning after Dorian goes to the opera?
Basil visits Dorian to express his concern about Dorian's behavior at the opera. Basil is worried about the influence Lord Henry may be having on Dorian and wants to make sure Dorian is not being negatively influenced by him.
What is the name of dorian grays grandfather?
Dorian Gray's grandfather is named Lord Fermor.
What actors and actresses appeared in The Picture of Dorian Gray - 1916?
The cast of The Picture of Dorian Gray - 1916 includes: Sydney Bland as Basil Hallward Dorothy Fane as Lady Marchmont Miriam Ferris as Undetermined Role Edmund Goulding Jack Jordan as Lord Henry Wootton Henry Victor as Dorian Gray
