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  • The Hairless Mexican (Heathen Short)
    William Somerset Maugham
    William Somerset Maugham (1874-1965) was an English playwright and author whose clinical prose and worldly detachment shaped early modern fiction. Drawing on his own experience working for the British Secret Service, Maugham distilled the quiet dread of espionage into stories that read less like fiction and more like confession. Teeming with quiet realism and psychological dept...
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    8,09 €

  • The Moon and Sixpence
    William Somerset Maugham
    The Moon and Sixpence is a novel by Somerset Maugham, first published on 15 April 1919. It is told in episodic form by a first-person narrator providing a series of glimpses into the mind and soul of the central character, Charles Strickland, a middle-aged English stockbroker, who abandons his wife and children abruptly to pursue his desire to become an artist. The story is, in...
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    13,83 €

  • The painted veil
    Somerset Maugham
    Set in England and Hong Kong in the 1920s, The Painted Veil is the story of the beautiful, but love-starved Kitty Fane.When her husband discovers her adulterous affair, he forces her to accompany him to the heart of a cholera epidemic. Stripped of the British society of her youth and the small but effective society she fought so hard to attain in Hong Kong,she is compelled by h...
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    15,20 €

  • Of Human Bondage
    W. Somerset Maugham
    Of Human Bondage by W. Somerset Maugham is a semi-autobiographical novel that follows Philip Carey, a sensitive and clubfooted orphan, as he searches for meaning and fulfillment in life. After trying various paths-studying art in Paris, pursuing medicine in London, and exploring religion and philosophy-Philip struggles with feelings of inadequacy and aimlessness. His turbulent ...
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    54,71 €

  • The Moon and Sixpence
    W. Somerset Maugham
    The Moon and Sixpence by W. Somerset Maugham is a novel inspired by the life of painter Paul Gauguin. It tells the story of Charles Strickland, a seemingly ordinary London stockbroker who abandons his wife, children, and comfortable life to pursue his passion for art.Obsessed with painting, Strickland sacrifices everything-social respectability, family ties, even his health-in ...
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    20,81 €

  • Beecham’s Infirmary for the Affluent Afflicted
    Briar Somerset
    A Victorian Gothic Romance Novella by Briar SomersetIn 1849 London, a grieving French investigator and quick-witted seamstress uncover a trail of vanished patients within an infirmary promising miraculous cures. As desire and dread entwine, they risk losing not only the truth, but their humanity.Behind the decrepit doors of an infirmary said to offer miraculous cures to London’...
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    7,13 €

  • The Circle
    W. Somerset Maugham
    Step into a world of wit, charm, and timeless social intrigue with 'The Circle: A Comedy in Three Acts' by W. Somerset Maugham. Once lost to the sands of time, this captivating play has been lovingly restored and republished by Alpha Editions, making it a must-have collector’s item and a cultural treasure for today’s and future generations.In this masterful comedy, Maugham expl...
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    12,66 €

  • On a Chinese Screen
    W. Somerset (William Somerset) Maugham
    Journey to the heart of early 20th-century China with W. Somerset Maugham’s 'On a Chinese Screen,' a captivating collection of travel essays. Through a series of vivid sketches and insightful observations, Maugham offers a unique glimpse into Chinese culture and society during a period of profound change.More than just a travelogue, this book presents a series of carefully draw...
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    21,10 €

  • Orientations
    W. Somerset (William Somerset) Maugham
    Delve into the exotic and captivating world of W. Somerset Maugham’s 'Orientations,' a collection of short stories that showcases the author’s mastery of the form. A cornerstone of 20th-century British literature, these literary works transport readers to compelling Asian settings, exploring universal themes of human nature with sharp observation and elegant prose.Maugham, a ce...
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    20,22 €

  • The Painted Veil
    W. Somerset (William Somerset) Maugham
    Set against the backdrop of colonial China, W. Somerset Maugham’s 'The Painted Veil' explores the complexities of marriage and the human heart. When a young English woman enters a marriage of convenience with a bacteriologist, she soon finds herself entangled in infidelity.As they journey to a remote region of China to combat a deadly epidemic, she is forced to confront the sup...
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    23,10 €

  • The Trembling of a Leaf
    W. Somerset (William Somerset) Maugham
    'The Trembling of a Leaf: Little Stories of the South Sea Islands' by William Somerset Maugham transports readers to the captivating and complex world of Oceania. This collection of short stories explores the lives of expatriates and the cultural conflicts inherent in the age of colonialism. Maugham, a master storyteller, delves into the human condition against the backdrop of ...
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    21,12 €

  • Landed Gentry
    W. Somerset (William Somerset) Maugham
    W. Somerset Maugham’s 'Landed Gentry: A Comedy in Four Acts' offers a sharp and insightful look into English society. This classic work of drama blends comedy and social satire, painting a vivid picture of the gentry in Somerset, England.Maugham’s play explores the lives and relationships of this privileged class, holding a mirror to their values and foibles. With wit and keen ...
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    17,66 €

  • Cascade Smith
    John Somerset
    THE HYDRAA giant sea serpent of Greek mythology with nine heads, one of them immortal. The task to slay the Hydra was the second labour of Hercules no easy task, as for every head cut off, another would grow in its stead.To kill the Hydra, its immortal head must be cut off then cauterised in flame.It is the year 2031, and Australia has just turned back a Chinese invasion forc...
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    13,18 €

  • The Century of Inventions of the Marquis of Worcester; from the Original MS., with Historical and Explanatory Notes and a Biographical Memoir
    Marquis of Edward Somerset Worcester
    Discover the groundbreaking world of innovation with ''The Century of Inventions'' by the visionary Marquis of Worcester, Edward Somerset. This remarkable work, now republished by Alpha Editions after being out of print for decades, offers a rare glimpse into the mind of one of history’s most inventive figures. Originally penned in the 17th century, this collector’s edition unv...
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    13,12 €

  • The Canadian; Photoplay title of The Land of Promise
    D. Torbett / W. Somerset Maugham
    The Canadian; Photoplay title of The Land of Promise' is a classic book, that has held significant value throughout history, and to ensure its timeless wisdom is never lost, Alpha Editions has carefully preserved it by republishing it in a modern, accessible format for both present and future generations. Thoughtfully reformatted, retyped, and newly designed, this edition offer...
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    15,66 €

  • Cæsar’s Wife
    W. Somerset Maugham
    Cæsar’s Wife: A Comedy in Three Acts' is a classic book, that has held significant value throughout history, and to ensure its timeless wisdom is never lost, Alpha Editions has carefully preserved it by republishing it in a modern, accessible format for both present and future generations. Thoughtfully reformatted, retyped, and newly designed, this edition offers a clear and re...
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    14,33 €

  • Ashenden
    W. Somerset Maugham
    Ashenden: Or the British Agent (1928) is a spy novel by W. Somerset Maugham that is often considered one of the first works of modern spy fiction. It’s a semi-autobiographical account of Maugham’s experiences as a British intelligence officer during World War I. The book is a collection of loosely connected short stories, each focused on a different assignment or aspect of espi...
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    21,64 €

  • The Moon and Sixpence
    W. Somerset Maugham / WSomerset Maugham
    Inspired by the life of artist Paul Gauguin, this novel tells the story of Charles Strickland, a man who abandons his conventional life to pursue his passion for painting. His journey takes him from London to the South Pacific, where his obsession with art and personal freedom leads him down a path of selfishness, genius, and isolation. The novel explores themes of artistic amb...
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    16,59 €

  • The Unknown; A Play in Three Acts
    W. Somerset Maugham
    The Unknown; A Play in Three Acts, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made o...
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    16,63 €

  • Mission Find Mum
    Jo Somerset
    Isla and Lac’s mum is missing, but has left clues, and an emergency credit card. The children travel from Birmingham to Mora, a Scottish island, camping and tracking their mum. Hampered by challenges and unsure of who to trust, can Isla and Lac succeed in their mission? What else will they find... and lose? For ages 10 and up.A beautiful, gripping, realistic story about a brave...
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    17,61 €

  • The Trembling of a Leaf
    W. Somerset Maugham
    The Trembling of a Leaf: Little Stories of the South Sea Islands, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and desig...
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    18,60 €

  • Mme Dot Une Farce
    W. Somerset Maugham
    Ce livre classique a été initialement publié il y a plusieurs décennies sous le titre ''Mrs. Dot A Farce''. Il a maintenant été traduit par Writat en langue française pour ses lecteurs francophones. Chez Writat, nous sommes passionnés par la préservation du patrimoine littéraire du passé. Nous avons traduit ce livre en français afin que les générations présentes et futures puis...
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    17,17 €

  • Frau Craddock
    W. Somerset Maugham
    Dieses klassische Buch wurde ursprünglich vor Jahrzehnten unter dem Titel 'Mrs. Craddock'. Es wurde jetzt von Writat für seine französischsprachigen Leser in die französische Sprache übersetzt. Bei Writat liegt uns die Bewahrung des literarischen Erbes der Vergangenheit am Herzen. Wir haben dieses Buch ins Französische übersetzt, damit heutige und zukünftige Generationen es les...
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    21,14 €

  • Mme Craddock
    W. Somerset Maugham
    Ce livre classique a été initialement publié il y a plusieurs décennies sous le titre 'Mrs. Craddock'. Il a maintenant été traduit par Writat en langue française pour ses lecteurs francophones. Chez Writat, nous sommes passionnés par la préservation du patrimoine littéraire du passé. Nous avons traduit ce livre en français afin que les générations présentes et futures puissent ...
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    20,81 €

  • Mrs. Dot Eine Farce
    W. Somerset Maugham
    Dieses klassische Buch wurde ursprünglich vor Jahrzehnten unter dem Titel ''Mrs. Dot A Farce''. Es wurde jetzt von Writat für seine französischsprachigen Leser in die französische Sprache übersetzt. Bei Writat liegt uns die Bewahrung des literarischen Erbes der Vergangenheit am Herzen. Wir haben dieses Buch ins Französische übersetzt, damit heutige und zukünftige Generationen e...
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    17,30 €

  • The Trembling of a Leaf
    W. Somerset Maugham
    The Trembling of a Leaf by W. Somerset Maugham is a captivating collection of short stories set in the South Pacific. These tales explore the complexities of human nature, love, and ambition against the exotic backdrop of island life, revealing the delicate interplay between fate and desire. ...
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    16,30 €

  • The Magician
    W. Somerset Maugham
    The Magician by W. Somerset Maugham is a gripping tale of dark arts and obsession. When a charismatic yet sinister magician casts his spell over a young woman, her fiancé must confront the boundaries of love and fear to save her from a sinister fate. ...
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    16,31 €

  • Of Human Bondage
    W. Somerset Maugham
    Of Human Bondage by W. Somerset Maugham is a poignant exploration of love, ambition, and self-discovery. Follow Philip Carey, an orphaned, club-footed artist, as he navigates the tumultuous journey of life, seeking meaning and freedom in a world fraught with hardship and heartache. ...
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    21,39 €

  • The Moon and Sixpence
    W. Somerset Maugham
    The Moon and Sixpence by W. Somerset Maugham is a compelling tale inspired by the life of Paul Gauguin. It follows Charles Strickland, a London stockbroker who abandons his conventional life to pursue an unrelenting passion for art, revealing the sacrifices and obsessions of a true artist’s journey. ...
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    18,72 €

  • FROM THE DOGGERLANDERS
    Anna Somerset
    Anna Somerset is a powerful performance poet. Her first poetry collection combines both the serious and humorous, seamlessly moving from powerful issues to the more personal and domestic, making the ordinary somehow extraordinary and the complex accessible. She manages to steer a course between high-brow and mundane with consummate ease. I can’t recommend Anna’s first ...
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    17,64 €


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