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Of Human Bondage

William Somerset Maugham
eng. Of Human Bondage · 1915
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Style and Technique

Style and Technique

Somerset Maugham's novel «Of Human Bondage» is characterized by a realistic style and deep psychological insight. Maugham uses simple yet expressive language that allows the reader to easily immerse themselves in the world of the main character, Philip Carey. The author masterfully conveys the inner experiences and emotional states of the characters, making them vivid and multifaceted. Literary devices such as symbolism and irony help to reveal themes of the search for life's meaning, freedom, and self-discovery. The structure of the novel is linear, allowing the reader to trace the evolution of the main character from youth to maturity. Maugham pays great attention to detail, making the description of events and the environment particularly realistic and convincing.

Of Human Bondage
Date of publication: 8 January 2025
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Of Human Bondage
Author: 
William Somerset Maugham
Original title: eng. Of Human Bondage · 1915