The Moon and Sixpence (humanities Classics Library)
About This Novel
"The Moon and Sixpence" was written in 1919 and is one of Maugham's masterpieces. The novel narrates the entire story in the first person, and the plot is based on the life of French post-impressionist painter Gauguin. "The moon" is a symbol of lofty ideals, while "sixpence" is a symbol of petty gains. Whether a person looks up at the moon and aims high, or looks down at the ground and pursues small profits, these are two completely different outlooks on life. Through the conflict between a talented artist and the reality he is trying to escape, the author deeply explores the emergence and essence of art, the relationship between personality and genius, as well as the contradictions and interactions between artists and society, art and life, and other thought-provoking issues. The translator of this book is Gu Qinan, a professor in the English Department of Nankai University. He has been engaged in the translation and research of British, American and Canadian literature for many years. He has translated "Mrs. Dalloway" and "Interlude", etc.
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