“But you were simple, natural, and affectionate then. You were the most unspoiled creature in the whole world. Now, I don’t know what has come over you. You talk as if you had no heart, no pity in you. It is all Harry’s influence. I see that.” (143)
Comment: Doian is described by everyone in the book as a very attractive man. Dorian seems to be modest and embarrassed by this when he first meets Harry, but as the book goes on and Dorain and Harry talk more, Dorian’s ego seems to increase. He even finds himself admiring himself in his picture until of course, it starts to appear different which is connected with how he acts. Even wanting to marry Sibyl was only due to her looks and talent but once her love for him made her talent disappear, he wanted nothing to do with her.
Question: Would Dorian have shown his selfishness eventually if he never had Harry to emphasize how much looks matter?
