PODG #3

At this point in the novel, it is very clear that Dorian's attitude and personality are changing due to the effects of those around him. Dorian is easily influenced, naive, and manipulative because he is young. Lord Henry acts as a positive role model in Dorian's eyes, and Dorian becomes easily influenced by the Lord's "wise" words. When Dorian discovers Sibyl's death, he acts calm and seems as if he is unaffected by the tragic event. He says, "'What is done is done. What is past is past'" (Wilde 79). Dorian's attitude has changed greatly since he claimed his profound love to Sibyl, to not being overly emotional regarding her death. Basil notices the change in Dorian, and blames Lord Henry. Basil sees how manipulative Lord Henry is, and refuses to give into it.