The Razor's Edge
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: W. Somerset Maugham
Binding: Hardback
Published: HERON BOOKS, LONDON, 1968
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
W. Somerset Maugham's The Razor's Edge chronicles the spiritual odyssey of Larry Darrell, an American veteran of World War I, as he abandons a life of material comfort and societal expectation in pursuit of profound existential truth. This philosophical novel presents a compelling contrast between Darrell's ascetic quest for enlightenment and the more conventional, often superficial, aspirations of his social circle. Maugham masterfully illustrates the complexities of human desire and the diverse paths individuals take in their search for meaning and happiness. The narrative details Darrell's travels through Europe and India, where he immerses himself in various spiritual traditions, ultimately arguing for a personal, unconventional path to inner peace. It is a poignant and insightful examination of faith, disillusionment, and the enduring human need for purpose.
Author: W. Somerset Maugham
Binding: Hardback
Published: HERON BOOKS, LONDON, 1968
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
W. Somerset Maugham's The Razor's Edge chronicles the spiritual odyssey of Larry Darrell, an American veteran of World War I, as he abandons a life of material comfort and societal expectation in pursuit of profound existential truth. This philosophical novel presents a compelling contrast between Darrell's ascetic quest for enlightenment and the more conventional, often superficial, aspirations of his social circle. Maugham masterfully illustrates the complexities of human desire and the diverse paths individuals take in their search for meaning and happiness. The narrative details Darrell's travels through Europe and India, where he immerses himself in various spiritual traditions, ultimately arguing for a personal, unconventional path to inner peace. It is a poignant and insightful examination of faith, disillusionment, and the enduring human need for purpose.