Chapter 1:

• The story is set in London in the late 19th century.
• The main character, Dorian Gray, is introduced as a young and handsome man who is admired by many.
• Dorian meets an artist named Basil Hallward, who becomes infatuated with him and decides to paint his portrait.
• Dorian also meets a cynical and witty man named Lord Henry Wotton, who influences Dorian’s way of thinking and living.

Chapter 2:

• Basil finishes the portrait of Dorian, which Dorian admires greatly.
• Dorian expresses his desire to stay young and beautiful forever, which Lord Henry finds intriguing.
• Lord Henry introduces Dorian to the idea of hedonism, which is the pursuit of pleasure and self-indulgence.

Chapter 3:

• Dorian attends a party hosted by Lady Brandon, where he meets a young actress named Sibyl Vane.
• Dorian falls in love with Sibyl and decides to see her perform in a play the next day.
• Sibyl’s performance is terrible, which disappoints Dorian and causes him to lose interest in her.

Chapter 4:

• Dorian becomes obsessed with his own beauty and youth, and begins to fear aging and losing his looks.
• Dorian decides to live a life of pleasure and indulgence, influenced by Lord Henry’s philosophy.
• Dorian receives a letter from Sibyl’s brother, who informs him that Sibyl has killed herself because of Dorian’s rejection.