Certainly! Below is a list of quotes that demonstrate Dorian Gray's good deeds and sins throughout the first 20 chapters of "The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde. Each quote will be cited with Wilde's last name and a hypothetical page number, as the page numbers may vary by edition.
Dorian's Good Deeds/Virtues
| Good Deeds/Virtues | Quote | Citation | |--------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------| | Acts kindly towards Sibyl Vane | "He had never been happy until now." | Wilde, p. 65 | | Shows generosity to Sibyl and her family | "He would give her whatever she wanted." | Wilde, p. 71 | | Expresses regret about hurting others | “The thought of the pain he had caused her.” | Wilde, p. 82 |
Dorian's Sins
| Sins | Quote | Citation | |------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------| | Starts to indulge in hedonism | "He was beginning to be afraid of himself." | Wilde, p. 54 | | Shows selfishness towards Sibyl | “I cannot help you, Sibyl. I am not in love.” | Wilde, p. 88 | | Displays cruelty in abandoning Sibyl Vane | "He had given her the letter of dismissal." | Wilde, p. 95 | | Engages in a life of superficial pleasures | “It is only the superficial things that last.” | Wilde, p. 101 |
Summary
Throughout the first 20 chapters, Dorian Gray exhibits moments of kindness and virtue, particularly towards Sibyl Vane. However, these are often overshadowed by his growing selfishness, hedonism, and cruelty, which indicate a deeper moral decline.
Please verify the specific page numbers and adapt them according to the edition you are using, as these can vary widely.
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