The Moon and Sixpence
eng. The Moon and Sixpence · 1919
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Brief Overview
The novel "The Moon and Sixpence" by Somerset Maugham tells the story of Charles Strickland, a London stockbroker who suddenly leaves his family and moves to Paris to become a painter. Strickland is obsessed with art and is willing to sacrifice everything for his creativity. His path to recognition is fraught with difficulties and suffering, but he never wavers from his dream. Inspired by the life and work of Paul Gauguin, Strickland travels to Tahiti, where he finds peace and creates his greatest works. The novel explores themes of obsession, sacrifice, and the search for true calling, showing how far a person can go for their dream.
Date of publication: 8 January 2025
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Genre: Classical literature
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