The Making of a Saint
dic 2015 · Otbebookpublishing
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The narrator and central figure is Filippo Brandolini. He tells the story of his young-adult life--romance and adventure. Filippo joins forces with friends Checco and Mateo to overthrow Giralomo Riario, who rules over and exploits the town of Forli. Giralomo falls; Checco and Mateo fall; ultimately, Filippo is a wreck of a man, living out his life as a monk, and hoping for the earliest available death. The people of Forli demonstrate a conspicuous lack of loyalty. The worst character in the book is the Pope's representative, Savello, a hypocrite of the first water and a murderer: To coerce Caterina, the widow of the slain Giralomo, Savello is willing, in Caterina's presence, to hang her innocent children.
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William Somerset Maugham (1874-1965) was a British playwright, novelist, and short story writer whose life and work continue to captivate readers and scholars alike. Born in the British Embassy in Paris, Maugham's early life was marked by tragedy, losing both parents by the age of ten. Sent to England to live with an uncle, he found solace in literature, eventually studying medicine at St. Thomas's Hospital in London. This medical background provided rich material for his later writing, infusing his work with a keen understanding of human nature and suffering.Maugham's literary career took off with the success of his novel "Of Human Bondage" (1915), a semi-autobiographical exploration of personal struggle and artistic ambition. His works often delve into themes of existential angst, the complexities of human relationships, and the moral ambiguities of life. His sharp wit and keen observations made him a leading figure in early 20th-century literature.Controversy was never far from Maugham's life. His bisexuality, a taboo subject at the time, and his tumultuous personal relationships often overshadowed his literary achievements. Despite this, he remained unapologetically himself, challenging societal norms and pushing the boundaries of what was considered acceptable in both his personal life and his writing.Maugham's influence extends to contemporary writers like George Orwell and Ian Fleming, who admired his narrative style and complex characters. His revolutionary ideas about the human condition and his fearless exploration of taboo subjects have cemented his place as a literary icon. Today, Maugham is remembered not just for his prolific output but for his unflinching honesty and the enduring relevance of his work.
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