We hope you enjoy this preview of an episode from our back catalog available to our premium subscribers. We read the opening to, "The Picture of Dorian Gray" written by Oscar Wilde and first published in 1890. The Gothic and philosophical story was considered offensive and indecent by Victorian English sensibilities. It was thus censored, sparking much controversy. The title character, Dorian Gray, sells his soul to make a portrait of himself age, rather than himself. To unlock full episodes, ad-free listening, and more, please go to snoozecast.com/plus. — read by 'V' —  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices