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Of Human Bondage
Of Human Bondage
Author: W. Somerset Maugham, Gore Vidal, Theodore Dreiser, Graham Greene
It is very difficult for a writer of my generation, if he is honest, to pretend indifference to the work of Somerset Maugham," wrote Gore Vidal. "He was always so entirely there." — Originally published in 1915, Of Human Bondage is a potent expression of the power of sexual obsession and of modern man's yearning for freedom. This classic bildungs...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780140018615
ISBN-10: 0140018611
Publication Date: 5/25/1978
Pages: 608
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4.2 stars, based on 20 ratings
Publisher: Penguin
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio CD
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This book was easy to put down but also easy to pick back up. Although it's supposed to be one of Maugham's best, I far preferred "The Moon and Sixpence."
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One of the best writers ever. A great look into his life.
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A classic well worth your time.
JeanneKay avatar reviewed Of Human Bondage on + 29 more book reviews
I could not get into it.
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This was very interesting ... even if the end was slightly predictable. I turned the last page wanting to read more and wishing it would continue on with his life. You had to feel sorry for Philip who had such a rough life and things falling against him as he tries to decide what to do with himself. Although this is an abridged edition, I don't feel like I missed out on anything. I think if it was any longer it would have dragged out.

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