The Moon and Sixpence...Complete Version

by W. Somerset Maugham

Overview

An uncompromising and self-destructive deserts his wife, family, business, and civilization for his art. Shedding harsh light on an artist's ego, Maugham reveals the lengths to which one man will go to focus on his art. Written in 1919, this unforgettable story is timeless in its appeal.

Fiction

Product Details

BN ID:	2940148386773
Publisher:	Tower Publishing
Publication date:	03/01/2008
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	744 KB

About the Author

William Somerset Maugham, CH (January 25, 1874 – December 16, 1965) was an English playwright, novelist, and short story writer. He was one of the most popular authors of his era, and reputedly the highest paid of his profession during the 1930s.