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How is the 1891 version of 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' different from the original 1890 version?
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∙ 10y ago
There are a few differences between the 1891 version of 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' and its original 1890 version. The main differences relate to the removal of several sections of dialogue which contained sexual overtones and subtext between males.
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∙ 10y ago
The main difference between the 1890 and 1891 versions of 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' is the addition of a preface by Oscar Wilde in the 1891 edition. This preface addresses critics' interpretations of the novel and discusses his artistic intentions. Overall, the plot and themes of the story remain largely the same in both versions.
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