69 pages 2 hours read

W. Somerset Maugham

Of Human Bondage

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1915

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Of Human Bondage by W. Somerset Maugham is widely praised for its deep character development and exploration of human nature. Reviewers commend its insight into personal freedom, though some note the protagonist's journey can feel overly bleak. The novel's autobiographical elements enrich its authenticity, though a few readers find its pace slow. A profound classic overall.

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Who Should Read Of Human Bondage?

Readers who revel in profound character studies and complex emotional landscapes will be captivated by Of Human Bondage by W. Somerset Maugham. Similar in appeal to fans of Dostoevsky’s Crime and Punishment and Hardy’s Tess of the d'Urbervilles, this novel delves into the intricacies of human frailty, ambition, and desire.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Classic Fiction
Auto/Biographical Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Values/Ideas: Art
Values/Ideas: Beauty
Topics
History: World