Ten Lectures on Novel Appreciation
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About This Novel
This is a literary review written in the form of essays, and it is also a book of Maugham's insights into reading and philosophy. When you open this book, you will be stunned by the little-known sides of the top ten literary giants: Dostoevsky, whom everyone admires, was addicted to gambling and liked to advance manuscript fees but did not submit manuscripts on time; Balzac was vain and flashy, and often owed money. Not to return; Jane Austen's tacky clothes and low taste... Maugham's almost ruthless and bloody comments about the great masters are not intended to sensationalize, but to present their truest and most human side to the readers. In Maugham's words, "Knowing what kind of person the author is can help you better understand the author's works." Maugham not only told the personalities, hobbies and life experiences of the ten writers, but also introduced ten great novels. Once opened, you will enter a rich and wonderful world of literature.
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