Filled with keen observations, autobiographical notes, and the seeds of many of Maugham"s greatest works, A Writer"s Notebook is a unique and exhilarating look into a great writer"s mind at work. From nearly five decades, Somerset Maugham recorded an intimate journal. In it we see the budding of his incomparable vision and his remarkable career as a writer. Covering the years from his time as a youthful medical student in London to a seasoned world traveler around the world, it is playful, sharp witted, and always revealing. Undoubtedly one of his most significant works, A Writer"s Notebook is a must for Maugham fans and anyone interested in the creative process.