Maugham*************

Maugham really knows how to tell stories. In his creations, he often deliberately pursues the twists and turns of life, sets up doubts and suspense, and describes various desperate dilemmas and unexpected endings. His works not only expose and criticize the upper class society in depth, but also vividly depict human nature. They are also strong in storytelling, and the plots are ups and downs without being unconventional. His stories not only combine thought and entertainment, but also often have miraculous touches in artistic expression techniques. Meaningful aphorisms are everywhere, and humorous teasing or bitter satire can be seen everywhere, achieving a perfect combination of content and form.

The golden mean advocated by the ancients has become outdated. Many people no longer believe that self-discipline is a virtue, nor do they believe that common sense has any value. Therefore, those who adhere to the golden mean will always bear their seemingly polite ridicule. Richard Harenger just shrugged politely and laughed off the taunts. Let them live in the abyss of uncertainty, let them burn like gems, let them gamble on the cycle of cards, walk on the tightrope that leads to glory or the grave, or risk their lives for a career, a passion, an adventure.

Maugham is a British novelist, playwright, and essayist. Maugham is revered as a great novelist in France, and has won honors such as "British Maupassant" and "Pacific Kipling". When Maugham was less than ten years old, his parents died successively, and he was sent back to England to be raised by his uncle. After Maugham entered the Royal College of Canterbury, due to his short stature and severe stuttering, he was often bullied and tortured by older children, and was sometimes humiliated for no reason by Dong Heng's pedantic. The lonely and desolate childhood life cast a painful shadow on his immature mind and developed his withdrawn, sensitive and introverted character. His childhood experiences had a profound impact on his worldview and literary creation.

Maugham's articles are always eye-catching, just like O. Henry, one of the three great novelists of the 19th century. The surprise of the O. Henry-style ending can also be felt in Maugham's novels. The infinite imagination of the text is the essence of the novel. This sense of contrast that is inconsistent with the usual, but with a hint of humor, creates this unparalleled book. What's more important is that Maugham's words can see through people's hearts, and the people's thoughts reflected in the articles can better express people's core values.

Maugham is known as the "British Maupassant". Every world he writes is a complete self-world. Probably influenced by the unfortunate experiences and shortcomings such as the early death of his parents, short stature, and stuttering, his stories often deliberately pursue the twists and turns of life. He likes to set up various suspense and lead readers to continue to delve deeper. Then, when the end of the road is reached, the story will usher in a turning point and an ending that is unexpected by the readers. This book contains seven short stories by Maugham, each of which is wonderful and worth reading.

Somerset Maugham, a vicious writer with insight into human nature. He lived to be 91 years old, wrote for 65 years, and published 110 works. He has loved travel and freedom throughout his life, and has accumulated materials for his works. He has rich life experience, having served as a spy for the British Intelligence Agency, and also treated the wounded on the front line. He has sharp and unique insights into human nature. The short stories he writes have an irresistible charm. They are a mirror for us to see our own inner world. His sharp and interesting words describe a rich life and inner world. Highly recommended!

Very exciting and fascinating!

As he said in the book: "It was this panache that made the French dare to say: 'Please fire first!' When facing the Anglo-Dutch forces at the Battle of Fontenoy." His stories are always full of insights into human nature, which deeply inspired me. This complete collection allowed me to fully appreciate his talent. Every article is worth reading again and again.