W. Somerset Maugham

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Liza of Lambeth

Beschreibung

"Liza of Lambeth" by W. Somerset Maugham is a captivating novel set in the bustling streets of working-class London, offering a realistic portrayal of urban life. Maugham's masterful storytelling delves deep into the intricacies of human nature amidst the harsh realities of poverty and social dynamics. At the heart of the narrative lies Liza, a young woman navigating the complexities of her environment with remarkable character development. Through her eyes, readers witness the drama and challenges faced by the residents of Lambeth, providing a poignant insight into the struggles of the working class. Maugham's keen observation and attention to detail bring forth the rich tapestry of relationships that define the community, portraying a vivid depiction of urban life in early 20th-century Britain. The novel's realism resonates with readers, offering a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition and the societal forces at play. As a quintessential work of British literature, "Liza of Lambeth" stands as a testament to Maugham's talent for capturing the essence of everyday life with both depth and authenticity. It remains a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences with its compelling portrayal of the urban experience.

Autor

William Somerset Maugham was born in Paris in 1874. He spoke French even before he spoke a word of English, a fact to which some critics attribute the purity of his style. His parents died early and, after an unhappy boyhood, which he recorded poignantly in Of Human Bondage, Maugham became a qualified physician. But writing was his true vocation. For ten years before his first success, he almost literally starved while pouring out novels and plays. Maugham wrote at a time when experimental modernist literature such as that of William Faulkner, Thomas Mann, James Joyce and Virginia Woolf was gaining increasing popularity and winning critical acclaim. In this context, his plain prose style was criticized as 'such a tissue of clichés' that one's wonder is finally aroused at the writer's ability to assemble so many and at his unfailing inability to put anything in an individual way. During World War I, Maugham worked for the British Secret Service . He travelled all over the world, and made many visits to America. After World War II, Maugham made his home in south of France and continued to move between England and Nice till his death in 1965.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 108
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 6mm
• Gewicht: 148g
• ISBN-13: 9789362204646
• ISBN-10: 9362204649
• Artikelnr.: 70956021