432 pages • first pub 1951 (editions)
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This final classic collection reveals Somerset Maugham's unique talent for exposing and exploring the bitter realities of human relationships in tales of love, infidelity, passion and prejudice. The stories range from "The Lotus Eater" where a man...
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Alcoholism, Animal cruelty, Animal death432 pages • first pub 1951 (editions)
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This final classic collection reveals Somerset Maugham's unique talent for exposing and exploring the bitter realities of human relationships in tales of love, infidelity, passion and prejudice. The stories range from "The Lotus Eater" where a man...
Community Reviews Summary of 117 reviews
Moods
adventurous 50%
challenging 50%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
inspiring 50%
lighthearted 50%
mysterious 50%
relaxing 50%
sad 50%
Pace
medium 50%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 100%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Loveable characters?
No: 50% | Yes: 50%Diverse cast of characters?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Average rating
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Alcoholism, Animal cruelty, Animal death