The Making of a Saint

Name: The Making of a Saint
Author: William Somerset Maugham
ISBN: 9781787249202

Author: William Somerset Maugham
Language: English
Length: 262 pages
ISBN: 9781787249202
Published: 16 October 2018
Imprint: Sovereign

Transformation
Worldly Artist
Saintly Figure
Spiritual Enlightenment
Himalayas
Introspection
Sacrifice
Inner Peace
Materialism
Spiritual Realm

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Description

"The Making of a Saint" by W. Somerset Maugham explores the transformation of a man from a worldly artist to a saintly figure. As he seeks spiritual enlightenment in the Himalayas, the narrative unfolds with introspection, sacrifice, and the quest for inner peace. Maugham's storytelling delves into the clash between materialism and the spiritual realm, offering a profound meditation on the human condition. The novel captivates with its exploration of the individual's journey towards transcendence and the timeless pursuit of a higher purpose in the serene landscapes of the Himalayas.

Author

W. Somerset Maugham (1874–1965) wrote Of Human Bondage, The Moon and Sixpence, and a famous shelf of stories from the South Seas and the drawing room. A doctor by training, he observed with a cool, professional eye: desire, failure, and the cost of a vocation. With 35 titles in our catalogue, Maugham remains the English novelist of worldly intelligence — never sentimental, always readable.

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