The Making Of A Saint (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. A Renaissance Italy Adventure of Political Intrigue, Passion, and Religious ConflictBy W. Somerset Maugham
Length9h 36m
About this audiobook
The Making of a Saint is Maugham's early venture into the historical romance, set amid the violence, intrigue, and devotional intensity of Renaissance Italy. The novel follows the fortunes of Filippo Brandolini, whose involvement in political conspiracy and personal passion unfolds against a world of tyrants, factions, and ecclesiastical ambition. Written in a richly descriptive, somewhat ornate style characteristic of late-Victorian historical fiction, it reveals Maugham experimenting with melodrama, moral conflict, and the relation between worldly action and spiritual reputation. W. Somerset Maugham, later celebrated for his lucid prose, ironic detachment, and penetrating studies of human motive, was still a young writer when this novel appeared in 1898, shortly after Liza of Lambeth. Trained as a physician and deeply observant of human frailty, Maugham had not yet settled into the cool modern realism of his mature work. Here he turns instead to history, perhaps seeking a broader canvas on which to explore ambition, sensuality, conscience, and the making of legends. Readers interested in Maugham's development will find The Making of a Saint especially rewarding. It is not merely apprentice work, but a revealing experiment: a dramatic, atmospheric novel that anticipates his lifelong fascination with illusion, desire, and moral ambiguity.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, Action and Adventure
Length9 hrs 36 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 11, 2021
LanguageEnglish
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