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Book: Das Bildnis des Dorian Gray

Chapter 19: Neunzehntes Kapitel

• Approximately 30 minutes to an hour
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Chapter Summary

In this chapter, Lord Henry and Dorian Gray discuss morality, good and evil, and the nature of life. Dorian reflects on his recent actions, including a good deed of sparing someone, and declares his desire to change and become better. They converse about Basil's disappearance and death, with Lord Henry expressing skepticism about Basil's murder and contemplating his end. Dorian reveals his inner turmoil and hints at a desire for change, while Lord Henry offers philosophical musings on youth, art, and the soul. The chapter ends with Dorian deciding to go to bed early, feeling a mixture of reflection and melancholy.

Sequence of Events

Event 1
middle
Dorian and Lord Henry discuss morality, Basil's disappearance, and death.
«In diesem Kapitel erlebt Dorian Gray eine emotionale Achterbahnfahrt nach einer Theateraufführung.»
Event 2
middle
Dorian reveals his desire to change and be better.
«Ich will keine mehr tun. Ich habe gestern mit meinen guten Taten den Anfang gemacht.»
Event 3
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They talk about Basil's possible fate and the nature of death.
«Warum hätte man ihn ermorden sollen? Er war nicht klug genug, um Feinde zu haben.»
Event 4
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Dorian decides to go to bed early, reflecting on his feelings.
«Ich gehe nicht mehr in den Klub. Es ist fast elf, und ich will früh zu Bett gehen.»

Chapter: Main Characters (2)

Dorian Gray
main book: main

He shows a desire for moral change and reveals inner turmoil, indicating a possible shift in his attitude or self-awareness.

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Lord Henry Wotton
main book: main

He maintains his characteristic cynicism and philosophical stance, acting as a catalyst for Dorian's reflections.

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Settings & Locations

Primary Location

Dorian's residence, likely his room or study

Secondary Locations

Music room,Klub

Atmosphere

Reflective, contemplative, slightly melancholic and philosophical

Environmental Details

Indoor setting with piano, mention of evening and night, calm mood

Themes & Connections

Morality and redemptionYouth and agingArt and lifeDeath and mortality

Foreshadowing

Hints at Dorian's desire for change and possible inner transformation.

Chapter Content

# Neunzehntes Kapitel Neunzehntes Kapitel »Es hat gar keinen Sinn, mir zu erzählen, daß du gut werden willst!« rief Lord Henry und tauchte seine weißen Finger in eine rote, mit Rosenwasser gefüllte Kupferschale. »Du bist vollkommen. Bitte ändere dich nicht.« Dorian Gray schüttelte den Kopf. »Nein, Harry, ich habe zuviel gräßliche Dinge getan in meinem Leben. Ich will keine mehr tun. Ich habe gestern mit meinen guten Taten den Anfang gemacht.« »Wo warst du gestern?« »Auf dem L...

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