Publisher's Synopsis
The Explorer is a novel written by W. Somerset Maugham, first published in 1909. The story follows the journey of a young man named Timoleon Vieta, who is a musician and a former soldier. He is hired by a wealthy man named Mr. Haddo to accompany him on a journey to South America in search of a lost city of gold.As they travel deeper into the jungle, they encounter various obstacles and challenges, including dangerous animals, treacherous terrain, and hostile tribes. Along the way, Timoleon forms a bond with a native woman named Juana, who becomes his guide and companion.As they get closer to their destination, tensions rise between Mr. Haddo and Timoleon, as their motivations for the journey begin to diverge. The novel explores themes of greed, power, and the search for meaning in life.Maugham's writing style is known for its vivid descriptions and psychological depth, and The Explorer is no exception. The novel is a compelling adventure story that also delves into the complexities of human nature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
