Cakes And Ale; Or, The Skeleton In The Cupboard
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: W. Somerset Maugham
Binding: Hardback
Published: Heron Books
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
W. Somerset Maugham’s Cakes And Ale; Or, The Skeleton In The Cupboard presents a sharp, satirical look at the English literary world and the often-hypocritical nature of its celebrated figures. This classic novel chronicles the life of a renowned author, exposing the carefully constructed myths surrounding his public persona and the scandalous truths hidden beneath. Maugham’s incisive prose uncovers the petty jealousies, moral compromises, and secret affairs that define the characters, offering a witty and often cynical commentary on reputation versus reality. The narrative illustrates the enduring power of secrets and the societal pressures that compel individuals to maintain elaborate facades. It is a masterful work of social observation, dissecting human vanity with elegant precision.
Author: W. Somerset Maugham
Binding: Hardback
Published: Heron Books
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
W. Somerset Maugham’s Cakes And Ale; Or, The Skeleton In The Cupboard presents a sharp, satirical look at the English literary world and the often-hypocritical nature of its celebrated figures. This classic novel chronicles the life of a renowned author, exposing the carefully constructed myths surrounding his public persona and the scandalous truths hidden beneath. Maugham’s incisive prose uncovers the petty jealousies, moral compromises, and secret affairs that define the characters, offering a witty and often cynical commentary on reputation versus reality. The narrative illustrates the enduring power of secrets and the societal pressures that compel individuals to maintain elaborate facades. It is a masterful work of social observation, dissecting human vanity with elegant precision.