The Supernatural Side in Oscar Wilde's the Picture of Dorian Gray
Jean S. Nounadonde
Citation :Jean S. Nounadonde, The Supernatural Side in Oscar Wilde's the Picture of Dorian Gray International Journal on Studies in English Language and Literature 2017,5(9) : 38-50.
The purpose of this article is to study the supernatural aspects in the Picture of Dorian Gray by the English novelist, Oscar Wilde. In fact, Oscar Wilde in his novel shows the darker side of storytelling by infusing supernatural events to the plot. He also presents situations that inspire nostalgia, fear and tension. Additionally, he evokes darkness and coldness to create an atmosphere of suspense and terror. Last, but not least he also deals with the theme of the inevitability of fate, whichis our lack of control over our destinies.