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The Favorite Short Stories of Maugham
Hardcover
Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025652900
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 494
Weight: 1.90
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Favorite Short Stories of Maugham showcases the narrative mastery of one of the twentieth century's most acclaimed storytellers. W. Somerset Maugham is renowned for his keen observations of human nature and his ability to craft compelling, often ironic, tales set against diverse backdrops, from the drawing rooms of London to the remote outposts of the British Empire. This collection brings together a selection of his most enduring short fiction, illustrating his signature style-clear, cynical, and profoundly insightful.
Readers will encounter a gallery of complex characters navigating the tensions of social duty, personal desire, and the often harsh realities of life abroad. Maugham's prose is celebrated for its lucidity and economy, making these stories as accessible as they are sophisticated. As a master of the short form, Maugham explores the subtle nuances of the human psyche, exposing the vulnerabilities and contradictions that lie beneath the surface of polite society. This volume serves as an essential introduction to Maugham's literary legacy, offering timeless explorations of morality, irony, and the human condition.
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