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The Moon and Sixpence

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  • 210 stránok
  • 8 hodin čítania

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The narrative centers on Strickland, a disillusioned stockbroker who abandons his family to pursue painting in Paris, reflecting the tension between artistic ambition and societal obligations. Inspired by Paul Gauguin, the novel delves into the complexities of creativity and the sacrifices made for artistic expression. Maugham's portrayal of Strickland highlights the conflict between societal expectations and personal desires, offering a profound exploration of the life of a tortured genius. This classic work resonates with themes of ambition, disappointment, and the human condition.

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The Moon and Sixpence, William Somerset Maugham

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Rok vydania
2021
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Jazyk
anglicky
Vydavateľ
Mint Editions
Rok vydania
2021
Počet strán
210
ISBN13
9781513135731
Série
Prvé vydanie
1919
Pôvodný názov
The Moon and Sixpence
Hodnotenie
4,5 z 5
Anotácia
The narrative centers on Strickland, a disillusioned stockbroker who abandons his family to pursue painting in Paris, reflecting the tension between artistic ambition and societal obligations. Inspired by Paul Gauguin, the novel delves into the complexities of creativity and the sacrifices made for artistic expression. Maugham's portrayal of Strickland highlights the conflict between societal expectations and personal desires, offering a profound exploration of the life of a tortured genius. This classic work resonates with themes of ambition, disappointment, and the human condition.