Download or read book Of Human Bondage written by William Somerset Maugham and published by IndyPublish.com. This book was released on 1915 with total page 782 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A club-footed orphan struggles for independence, his intellectual development and his attempt to become an artist.

Download or read book Of Human Bondage written by William Somerset Maugham and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-11-13 with total page 845 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Of Human Bondage is a novel by W. Somerset Maugham. It is generally agreed to be his masterpiece and to be strongly autobiographical in nature. The Modern Library ranked Of Human Bondage No. 66 on its list of the 100 best English-language novels of the 20th century. The book begins with the death of Helen Carey, the mother of nine-year-old Philip Carey. Philip's father Henry had died a few months before, and the orphan Philip, born with a club foot, is sent to live with his Aunt Louisa and Uncle William Carey. Early chapters relate Philip's experience at the vicarage. Louisa tries to be a mother to Philip, but his uncle takes a cold disposition towards him. Philip's uncle has a vast collection of books, and Philip enjoys reading to find ways to escape his mundane existence. Less than a year later, Philip is sent to a boarding school. His uncle and aunt wish for him to eventually attend Oxford. Philip's disability makes it difficult for him to fit in. Philip is informed that he could have earned a scholarship for Oxford, which both his uncle and school headmaster see as a wise course, but Philip insists on going to Germany. In Germany, Philip lives at a boarding house with other foreigners. Philip enjoys his stay in Germany. Philip's guardians decide to take matters into their own hands and they convince him to move to take up an apprenticeship... William Somerset Maugham (1874 - 1965) was a British playwright, novelist and short story writer. He was among the most popular writers of his era and reputedly the highest paid author during the 1930s.

Download or read book Of Human Bondage written by W. Somerset Maugham and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-05-28 with total page 686 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Of Human Bondage is a novel by W. Somerset Maugham, published in 1915. It is generally agreed to be his masterpiece. The book is strongly autobiographical in nature, although Maugham stated that the majority of the plot is pure fiction despite autobiographical elements.

Download or read book Bondage Tales written by Sarah Pain and published by Sarah Pain. This book was released on with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These 5 stories contain Very Naughty Erotica themes of BDSM, Bondage, Spanking, Humiliation Punishment, Domination and Submission as well as the use of BDSM devices. Included in this anthology are the following stories: - A STRANGE TWIST OF FATE - SHIFTY CHARACTERS - THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR - TО EАСH THEIR CLОNЕ - WHO NEEDS MEN Don’t you dare miss out on this steamy bondage collection! ◆ GENRE: Bondage / BDSM / Fetish ⚠ WARNING: This Book contains mature language and content intended for 18+ readers only!

Download or read book Spanking City Hall Dominatrix to Political Activist written by Melyssa Hubbard and published by First Edition Design Pub.. This book was released on 2014-02-17 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Melyssa Hubbard's new book, Spanking City Hall, is the true story of an account executive who reinvented herself as a dominatrix in a Midwestern city. Harassed then sued by city government, Miss Ann stood her ground and fought for her right to conduct her legal businesses. She became involved in local politics, went on to fight unfair taxation, and created the first grassroots Tea Party movement in Indiana which helped oust the mayor who targeted her. Sometimes outrageous and always courageous, the book takes the reader into the gritty world of a career dominatrix. There she learned her life's purpose, battling both internal and external conflict on a surprising path to self-actualization. This memoir promises a fascinating journey for readers interested in alternative lifestyles, politics, psychology, philosophy and spirituality.

Download or read book Of Human Bondage written by W. Somerset Maugham and published by Standard Ebooks. This book was released on 2018-03-29T20:48:55Z with total page 891 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Considered by many to be Maugham’s masterpiece, Of Human Bondage is a semi-autobiographical coming-of-age tale. The novel follows Philip, a sensitive young man interested in literature and art, as he searches for happiness in London and Paris. Philip, the ostensible stand-in for Maugham, suffers from a club foot, a physical representation of the stutter that Maugham himself suffered. Philip’s love life, a central aspect to the book, also mirrors Maugham’s own stormy affairs. Maugham originally titled the book “Beauty from Ashes” before settling on the final title, taken from a section of Spinoza’s Ethics in which he discusses how one’s inability to control one’s emotions results in a form of bondage. This book is part of the Standard Ebooks project, which produces free public domain ebooks.

Download or read book Of Human Bondage The Unabridged Autobiographical Novel written by William Somerset Maugham and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-06 with total page 845 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: William Somerset Maugham's novel, 'Of Human Bondage', is a masterpiece of English literature that delves into the complexities of human relationships, personal growth, and the struggles of finding one's place in the world. Written in a clear and introspective style, Maugham's work is both compassionate and insightful, exploring themes of love, ambition, and the limitations of human nature. The novel's rich character development and vivid descriptions immerse the reader in the protagonist's journey of self-discovery and redemption. Set in the early 20th century, 'Of Human Bondage' reflects the societal norms and values of the time, offering a glimpse into a world on the brink of change. Through Philip's experiences, Maugham addresses universal truths and questions about the human condition. William Somerset Maugham's own background as a medical student and subsequent career in writing and theatre inform the novel's depth and authenticity. His keen observations of human behavior and emotions shine through in this autobiographical work, making it a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today. I highly recommend 'Of Human Bondage' to anyone seeking a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant literary experience.

Download or read book Slaves in the Family written by Edward Ball and published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. This book was released on 2017-10-24 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fifteen years after its hardcover debut, the FSG Classics reissue of the celebrated work of narrative nonfiction that won the National Book Award and changed the American conversation about race, with a new preface by the author The Ball family hails from South Carolina—Charleston and thereabouts. Their plantations were among the oldest and longest-standing plantations in the South. Between 1698 and 1865, close to four thousand black people were born into slavery under the Balls or were bought by them. In Slaves in the Family, Edward Ball recounts his efforts to track down and meet the descendants of his family's slaves. Part historical narrative, part oral history, part personal story of investigation and catharsis, Slaves in the Family is, in the words of Pat Conroy, "a work of breathtaking generosity and courage, a magnificent study of the complexity and strangeness and beauty of the word ‘family.'"

Download or read book Of Human Bondage Diversion Classics written by W. Somerset Maugham and published by Diversion Books. This book was released on 2016-05-24 with total page 910 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring an appendix of discussion questions, the Diversion Classics edition is ideal for use in book groups and classrooms. Believed to be W. Somerset Maugham’s crowning masterpiece, this coming of age story follows the life of Philip Carey, an orphan born with a clubfoot who aches to experience the life and love so carefully starved out of him by his cold, uncompromising uncle, a man whose disdain for Philip is matched by his religious fervor. Spending much of his young life moving from boarding school to boarding school, Philip is an academic success, but his every attempt at lasting friendship ends in painful solitude. As his loneliness ferments into bitterness, Philip boldly casts aside his uncle’s plans for him to become a doctor like the many men in his family. He cannot stand a moment more in a boarding school, and leaves to become an artist. Free for the first time, Philip discovers more about himself than he ever has before. He grapples with his own identity, God, his talent as an artist, and the loneliness that does not leave him even when finally surrounded by people. When he returns to London to finally study medicine, he encounters a brash and bold waitress named Mildred and falls hopelessly in love for the first time. Starved of affection for so long, Mildred is a force that threatens to consume Philip’s entire life. For more classic titles like this, visit www.diversionbooks.com/ebooks/diversion-classics

Download or read book Sadomasochism and the BDSM Community in the United States written by Stephen K. Stein and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-02-16 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sadomasochism and the BDSM Community in the United States: Kinky People Unite chronicles the development of sadomasochistic sexuality and its communities in the United States from the post-war period to the present day. Having evolved from scattered networks of sadomasochists to a coherent body bound by shared principles of "safe, sane, consensual," activists worked to transform popular perceptions of their community, end its routine harassment by law enforcement and win inclusion in American society. Often paralleling the work of LGBTQ activists, people who engaged in BDSM (Bondage and Discipline, Dominance and Submission, and Sadism and Masochism) transformed both their own sexual practices and how outsiders perceived them, successfully changing popular perceptions of them from fascists, murderers, and outlaws to people living an alternative lifestyle. The development of this community highlights the interactions of people of different sexual orientations within a sexual community, the influence of various campaigns for sexual freedom, and the BDSM community's influence on popular perceptions of sexuality and sexual freedom. The text’s historical perspective gives depth and texture to a specific dimension of American history of sexuality. This book will be of interest to students and scholars in the history of sexuality. Its clear and direct approach offers an important and useful chronology of a movement that has long been neglected.

Download or read book Sub Urban Sexscapes written by Paul J. Maginn and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-10-10 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Sub)Urban Sexscapes brings together a collection of theoretically-informed and empirically rich case studies from internationally renowned and emerging scholars highlighting the contemporary and historical geographies and regulation of the commercial sex industry. Contributions in this edited volume examine the spatial and regulatory contours of the sex industry from a range of disciplinary perspectives—urban planning, urban geography, urban sociology, and, cultural and media studies—and geographical contexts—Australia, the UK, US and North Africa. In overall terms, (Sub)urban Sexscapes highlights the mainstreaming of commercial sex premises—sex shops, brothels, strip clubs and queer spaces—and products—sex toys, erotic literature and pornography—now being commonplace in night time economy spaces, the high street, suburban shopping centres and the home. In addition, the aesthetics of commercial and alternative sexual practices—BDSM and pornography—permeate the (sub)urban landscape via billboards, newspapers and magazines, television, music videos and the Internet. The role of sex, sexuality and commercialized sex, in contributing to the general character of our cities cannot be ignored. In short, there is a need for policy-makers to be realistic about the historical, contemporary and future presence of the sex industry. Ultimately, the regulation of the sex industry should be informed by evidence as opposed to moral panics. *** Winner of the Planning Institute of Australia (WA) 2015 Award for Excellence in Cutting Edge Research and Teaching ***

Download or read book BDSM Short Stories For Women written by Amira Lane and published by Sweet Nothings Publishing. This book was released on with total page 1204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Indulge in a world of passion and desire with our BDSM Short Stories For Women: Hardcore Erotica Collection. With 100 sizzling short stories, this collection offers a tantalizing escape into the realms of sensuality and intimacy. Each story is artfully crafted to captivate your imagination and ignite your deepest fantasies, providing an exhilarating experience that will leave you breathless. Experience the thrill of exploring diverse characters, settings, and scenarios that cater to every taste and preference. Whether you seek passion-filled encounters or romantic liaisons, this collection has something for everyone. Delight in the freedom to explore new fantasies without boundaries or limitations, as each story promises to transport you into a world of unbridled pleasure. Unwind after a long day and treat yourself to an unforgettable journey through these captivating tales. Perfect for solo indulgence or shared enjoyment with a partner, these short stories are sure to awaken your senses and unleash your inner desires. Embrace the allure of erotic storytelling with our collection - it's time to let your imagination run wild.

Download or read book Books of 1912 written by Chicago Public Library and published by . This book was released on 1912 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Spring in New Hampshire and Other Poems written by Claude McKay and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Book Bulletin written by Chicago Public Library and published by . This book was released on 1912 with total page 638 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Margins of City Life written by John M. Merriman and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1991-04-18 with total page 331 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Margins of Urban Life brings to life the "floating worlds of the periphery" in nineteenth-century French cities--the world of beggars, the most miserable prostitutes, ragpickers, casual labor, and unwanted people; the location of slaughterhouses, gas factories, tanneries, and, increasingly, even executions. The men and women of the suburbs and faubourgs were long identified by urban elites and government officials with the turbulent "dangerous classes" who might one day fall upon the wealthy quarters of the center. Merriman analyzes and evokes the social, class, neighborhood, cultural, and political solidarities--the shared sense of not belonging--that made the marginal people in peripheral places emerge as contenders for political power. His investigation explores the world of the Catalan agricultural laborers, the textile workers of the "high town" of Reims, the bitter rivalry between Catholic and Protestant workers in the faubourge of Nimes, the haven for under- and unemployed proletarians in Ingouville, above Le Havre, and France's strange frontier town, Napoléon-Vendée.

Download or read book Forcible Confinement written by John Marlowe and published by Arcturus Publishing. This book was released on 2013-11-08 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1984 abusive father Joseph Fritzl drugged his 18-year-old daughter with ether and imprisoned her in a dungeon under his house - she wasn't to see daylight for 24 years. Down-and-out millionaire Gary Heidnik wallpapered his hallway with $5 bills, anointed himself bishop of his own religion and began collecting 'wives', women he abducted from the street and kept chained up in a pit. Bondage freak Izabela Lewicka willingly signed a 115-item contract giving John Edward Robinson complete control over her life, but she never imagined it was a license to kill. Forcible Confinement is a study of the warped thinking that went into some of the world's most macabre crimes, as well as a clinical examination of the purpose-built rooms, hidden spaces and soundproofed dungeons prepared for victims. From the massive 'Murder Castle' once used by Dr H. H. Holmes to prey upon those attending the 1893 Chicago World's Fair to the hell house where self-professed sex-addict Ariel Castro kept three women in chains for more than ten years, the book examines famous cases of the past along with many from the modern age. John Marlowe takes the reader on a disturbing journey through a world of murder and mayhem, providing insight into evil and the motivations of monsters.