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The narrative explores the transformation of a wealthy London stockbroker, Charles Strickland, who forsakes his privileged life to pursue his passion for art in Tahiti. Driven by an insatiable creative urge, he abandons his family and career, leading to profound sacrifices that devastate those around him. The story delves into themes of artistic obsession, the cost of following one's dreams, and the impact of personal choices on relationships. It is a compelling portrayal of the struggle between societal expectations and individual aspirations.
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The Moon and Sixpence, William Somerset Maugham
- Taal
- Jaar van publicatie
- 2023
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- Taal
- Engels
- Auteurs
- William Somerset Maugham
- Uitgever
- Martino Fine Books
- Jaar van publicatie
- 2023
- Aantal pagina's
- 170
- ISBN13
- 9781684228195
- Reeks
- Tags
- Fictie, Liefde, Klassiekers, Frankrijk, Engeland, Verenigd Koninkrijk, Engelse literatuur, Londen, Parijs, Geld, Armoede, Kunstenaars, Haat, Biografische romans, Uithongering, Impressionisme, Tahiti, Paul Gauguin, 1848-1903
- Eerste editie
- 1919
- Oorspronkelijke titel
- The Moon and Sixpence
- Beoordeling
- 4,5 van 5
- Aantekening
- The narrative explores the transformation of a wealthy London stockbroker, Charles Strickland, who forsakes his privileged life to pursue his passion for art in Tahiti. Driven by an insatiable creative urge, he abandons his family and career, leading to profound sacrifices that devastate those around him. The story delves into themes of artistic obsession, the cost of following one's dreams, and the impact of personal choices on relationships. It is a compelling portrayal of the struggle between societal expectations and individual aspirations.