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  • 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 €

  • Of Human Bondage
    W. Somerset Maugham / William Somerset Maugham / WSomerset Maugham
    Of Human Bondage is a novel by W. Somerset Maugham. It is generally agreed to be his masterpiece and to be strongly autobiographical in nature, although Maugham stated, 'This is a novel, not an autobiography, though much in it is autobiographical, more is pure invention.' Maugham, who had originally planned to call his novel Beauty from Ashes, finally settled on a title taken ...
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    23,76 €

  • The Moon and Sixpence
    W. Somerset Maugham / William Somerset Maugham / WSomerset Maugham
    The Moon and Sixpence, is a fictionalized biography of the artist Paul Gauguin. The stand-in character for Gauguin is Charles Strickland, who deserts his wife and children to become a painter. In Paris, he is indifferent to the friendship offered by a fellow artist, Dirk Stroeve. Strickland devastates those around him by running away with Blanche, Stoeve’s wife, who has fallen ...
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    11,67 €