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The Picture of Dorian Gray · Character
Lord Kelso
Dorian's cruel grandfather who raised him after his parents' deaths.
minor
Also known as Kelso, the last Lord Kelso
First appearance: ii
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- Dorian's social circle
- Protagonist
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This is the story's dramatic climax because Dorian experiences a rare moment of genuine self-awareness and lon…
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