THE VOICE OF THE TURTLE, a Short Story by Somerset Maugham

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25 күн бұрын

Peter Melrose is a young author whose debut novel has stirred controversy among critics. The narrator, initially unsure of his feelings towards Peter, meets him at a sherry party and finds him self-assertive, disputatious, and intolerant. Despite Peter's odious demeanor, the narrator is curious about his potential and reads his novel, discovering it to be autobiographical, with moments of brutal humor and genuine passion. The narrator's further encounters with Peter reveal his diffidence and desire for reassurance, contrasting with his outward arrogance. Eventually, Peter's passion for art and his vivid, albeit sometimes vulgar, writing leave a lasting impression on the narrator, even as he navigates the complexities of their budding friendship.

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@fatfrreddy1414 21 күн бұрын

many thanks from an oldie,who finds reading an effort, but loves books like these....

@kellycasperhanson4426 22 күн бұрын

Worthy of a second listening. Such rich descriptions and characters I will remember.

@elizabeths4371 13 күн бұрын

I haven't listened to enough of Somerset Maugham to know how consistently true this is of his writing style:: to begin with one particular situation and character(s) described at great length yet ends not only somewhere else but with someone else whom you never suspected as the premier character(s) of his story.

@glendabarton1914 6 күн бұрын

There's often a twist to his stories, an unexpected result.

@kauffrau6764 8 күн бұрын

These stories are so satisfying. I can just see the characters and feel the atmosphere. It sounds so romantic to live in those times in faraway exotic lands.

@patriciamay6396 6 күн бұрын

An exquisite description but Maugham always seems to be detailing the joylessness of life.

@granthurlburt4062 19 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for posting. I read a story of his describing a man who in his twenties decided he would live without work, enjoying himself until his money ran out. He led a happy life for a couple of decades but then couldnt bring himself to end it all. I'd love to hear that read.

@janetnorton6598 11 күн бұрын

I listened to that story yesterday. Search for THE LOTUS EATER.😊

@HughesMath1 8 күн бұрын

The phrase "the voice of the turtle is heard in our land" appears in the Bible in Song of Songs 2:11-12. In this verse, "turtle" is a reference to the turtledove, which is a bird of passage in the Land of Israel, usually arriving in early spring as it migrates from North Africa to Europe. In Jewish tradition, the turtledove symbolizes spring, peace, and exile. The phrase can also signify the arrival of spring and the time for singing. Which one is the turtle?

@clarehsueh7683 20 күн бұрын

AI has yet a lot to learn about perspectives. The floor looks almost perpendicular.

@drnancysjohnson3844 18 күн бұрын

So glad you commented on the art work’s lack of perspective, funny feet, missing arms, hands, feet, etc. One lady’s hair seems to have slipped around to the front of her face. I thought it was just me but reading your comment on AI cleared it up for me!

@ginagabriel2613 23 күн бұрын

Thanks for your amazing work. So much to enjoy. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💕

@sharontheodore8216 15 күн бұрын

Lovely. Thanks.

@Vera-kh8zj 21 күн бұрын

I love Maugham and this is another very enjoyable story. But why is the Diva called a turtle?

@southwife 21 күн бұрын

Goodness! A messy AI art...feet, faces, shoes and hands are not fully understood by AI...love Maugham.

@robertmatch6550 20 күн бұрын

Not to mention furniture.

@Grace.allovertheplace 21 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@judyrussoniello1497 20 күн бұрын

Lovely ❤

@sueforgan7713 22 күн бұрын

Wonderful ❤

@jillianstokoe4697 23 күн бұрын

Excellent!

@wadejameskennedy4495 12 күн бұрын

thank you. beautifully described. x

@jindandy7826 12 күн бұрын

Enchanting in every way ❤

@arborymastersllc.9368 8 күн бұрын

I find the weird noises at important times disconcerting. But I know neuralsurfer needs that, so I put up with it. Would prefer a genuine intro or outro but if that's what you have to do, then so be it. These are quality recordings and resuscitate dead art.

@michaeltoner1993 3 күн бұрын

You have to appreciate the barely sensical AI comments on the slightly nonsensical AI created content. Very good effort to achieve similarity to human imperfection

@AliceJones-yc1kh 14 күн бұрын

Prima Donna, playing with people's heart, deadly move! Having a gift from God means you share it so you can uplift, NOT demean or steal. She'll get what's coming to her one day!

@Edo9River 12 күн бұрын

I went tp Birgit Nilsson on KZfaq. Wouldn't it be nice to look at that black and white photo of her posing as Lady Macbeth and imagine that we know her as she is off stage from Somerset Maughan's portrait here.