Answer:
The main characters in Oscar Wilde's novel "The Picture of Dorian Gray" include:
- Dorian Gray: The protagonist, a beautiful and impressionable young man who becomes obsessed with his youth and beauty. He is the subject of Basil Hallward's portrait and is influenced by Lord Henry Wotton's hedonistic philosophy.
- Lord Henry Wotton: A charismatic and witty nobleman who espouses a philosophy of self-indulgent hedonism. He is a close friend of Basil Hallward and is instrumental in corrupting Dorian Gray.
- Basil Hallward: An artist who becomes infatuated with Dorian Gray's beauty and paints his portrait. He is a moral man who tries to guide Dorian away from the corrupting influence of Lord Henry.
- Sibyl Vane: A talented actress and singer who falls in love with Dorian Gray. Her love for him compromises her ability to act, and she ultimately commits suicide due to his cruel treatment.
- James Vane: Sibyl's brother, who vows to avenge her death after Dorian's cruel treatment leads to her suicide.
- Lady Agatha: Lord Henry's aunt, who takes Dorian under her wing and introduces him to society.
- Lord Fermor: Lord Henry's uncle, who reveals Dorian's family history.
- Mrs. Vane: Sibyl and James's mother, who is concerned for her daughter's well-being but is won over by Dorian's wealth.
- Alan Campbell: A former friend of Dorian's who is blackmailed into disposing of Basil's body after Dorian kills him.
- Mrs. Leaf: Dorian's housekeeper, who is a bustling older woman who takes her work seriously.
