What is the main autobiographical element in "Of Human Bondage"?
His schooling
His travels
His playwriting
His medical background
Answer
In "Of Human Bondage," Somerset Maugham draws heavily on his own life experiences to create the character of Philip Carey, the protagonist. Like Maugham, Philip is a writer who struggles with a stammer and endures a difficult childhood. Maugham also imbues Philip with his own intellectual curiosity and philosophical ponderings, making the novel a deeply personal and introspective exploration of the human condition.
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