Maugham, William Somerset

Collected Short Stories: Volume 4

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ISBN 13:: 9780099428862
author:: Maugham, William Somerset
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Vintage Classics
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2002
Pages:: 576
Dimensions:: 129mm X 198mm
Genre:: General & Literary Fiction
Condition:: New
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This collection of stories showcases Somerset Maugham's unique talent for exposing and exploring the complexities of human relationships. Through tales of love, infidelity, passion and prejudice, Maugham offers a nuanced portrayal of life in the British Empire's fading days.

Spanning favourite territories, these stories evoke the vibrant colours of a bygone era. From the idyllic Mediterranean to the astringent realities of Malaya and South East Asia, Maugham's writing masterfully captures the essence of a time when empires were built and lost.

This comprehensive collection is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in exploring the darker aspects of human nature through literature. With its richly detailed prose and thought-provoking themes, it offers a compelling insight into the human condition.

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