The Narrow Corner; The Casuarina Tree
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: W. Somerset Maugham
Binding: Hardback
Published: Heron Books
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
W. Somerset Maugham, a master of early 20th-century prose, transports readers to the exotic and often morally ambiguous landscapes of the Malay Archipelago in these two compelling works. The Narrow Corner presents a psychological drama, unraveling the complex relationships and hidden desires among a small group of Europeans adrift in the South Seas, where secrets and passions dictate their fates. Complementing this novel, The Casuarina Tree collects a series of short stories that vividly illustrate the lives of British expatriates, detailing their struggles with isolation, cultural misunderstandings, and the erosion of conventional morality under the tropical sun. Maugham's keen observations and elegant style illuminate the human condition, capturing the subtle nuances of character and the profound impact of environment on destiny. These narratives collectively offer a penetrating look into the colonial experience and the timeless complexities of the human heart.
Author: W. Somerset Maugham
Binding: Hardback
Published: Heron Books
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
W. Somerset Maugham, a master of early 20th-century prose, transports readers to the exotic and often morally ambiguous landscapes of the Malay Archipelago in these two compelling works. The Narrow Corner presents a psychological drama, unraveling the complex relationships and hidden desires among a small group of Europeans adrift in the South Seas, where secrets and passions dictate their fates. Complementing this novel, The Casuarina Tree collects a series of short stories that vividly illustrate the lives of British expatriates, detailing their struggles with isolation, cultural misunderstandings, and the erosion of conventional morality under the tropical sun. Maugham's keen observations and elegant style illuminate the human condition, capturing the subtle nuances of character and the profound impact of environment on destiny. These narratives collectively offer a penetrating look into the colonial experience and the timeless complexities of the human heart.