The Narrow Corner; The Casuarina Tree
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: W. Somerset Maugham
Binding: Hardback
Published: HERON BOOKS, LONDON, 1968
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This volume presents two compelling works from a master storyteller, W. Somerset Maugham, transporting readers to the exotic and often morally ambiguous landscapes of colonial Southeast Asia. The Narrow Corner chronicles the intricate lives of a diverse group of Europeans and locals whose paths intersect in a remote island community, revealing the complexities of desire, regret, and societal expectations. Meanwhile, Casuarina Tree illustrates a collection of poignant short stories, each a miniature drama that uncovers the hidden passions and quiet desperation beneath the veneer of colonial life. Maugham's prose is sharp and incisive, presenting characters with profound psychological depth and a keen understanding of the human condition. This collection offers a rich tapestry of narratives that argue for the enduring power of human connection and the often-unseen struggles within seemingly tranquil settings.
Author: W. Somerset Maugham
Binding: Hardback
Published: HERON BOOKS, LONDON, 1968
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This volume presents two compelling works from a master storyteller, W. Somerset Maugham, transporting readers to the exotic and often morally ambiguous landscapes of colonial Southeast Asia. The Narrow Corner chronicles the intricate lives of a diverse group of Europeans and locals whose paths intersect in a remote island community, revealing the complexities of desire, regret, and societal expectations. Meanwhile, Casuarina Tree illustrates a collection of poignant short stories, each a miniature drama that uncovers the hidden passions and quiet desperation beneath the veneer of colonial life. Maugham's prose is sharp and incisive, presenting characters with profound psychological depth and a keen understanding of the human condition. This collection offers a rich tapestry of narratives that argue for the enduring power of human connection and the often-unseen struggles within seemingly tranquil settings.