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“Of Human Bondage” is a novel by British author W. Somerset Maugham, first published in 1915. The novel is a semi-autobiographical work that explores the themes of love, obsession, and self-discovery.
The novel follows the life of Philip Carey, an orphaned boy who is sent to live with his uncle and aunt in a small English village. Despite being born with a clubfoot, Philip dreams of becoming an artist, but he is forced to abandon his ambitions and study medicine in order to earn a living. Along the way, he falls in love with several women, including the manipulative Mildred Rogers, whose hold on him becomes increasingly obsessive and destructive.
The novel explores the complexities of human relationships and the ways in which our desires and obsessions can bind us to one another. It also touches on themes of religion, morality, and the search for meaning in life. Maugham’s prose is rich and insightful, and he paints a vivid portrait of early 20th century England and the social and cultural forces that shaped its people.
“Of Human Bondage” is considered to be one of Maugham’s greatest works and a classic of English literature. It has been adapted into several films and stage productions and remains a popular and influential novel to this day.
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