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The Moon and Sixpence

Somerset Maughm William Somerset Maugham

Narrated by Steven Crossley

Released
May 18, 2010
Length
7 hrs 52 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
Tantor Audio
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In The Moon and Sixpence, based on the life of Postimpressionist artist Paul Gauguin, W. Somerset Maugham tells the story of Charles Strickland, a London stockbroker who abandons his family to pursue his passion for art. His journey takes him from Paris to the exotic landscapes of Tahiti, exploring themes of self-expression and the tension between artistic ambition and societal expectations. This novel marks Maugham’s transition from playwright to skilled novelist, reflecting his own struggles with public persona and private desires.

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