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On a Chinese Screen: Sketches of Life in China

Author
William Somerset Maugham
Language
English
Length
142 pages
ISBN
9781787249141
Published
11 October 2018
Imprint
Sovereign
  • Chinese Life
  • Sketches
  • Diverse Characters
  • Culture
  • Customs
  • Human Interactions
  • Transition
  • People
  • Traditions
  • Winds of Change

Description

"On a Chinese Screen: Sketches of Life in China" by W. Somerset Maugham offers vivid snapshots of Chinese life. Through diverse characters and settings, Maugham paints a rich tapestry of the country's culture, customs, and human interactions. The sketches explore the complexity of China in transition, capturing the essence of its people and traditions amidst the winds of change. With keen observation and insightful prose, Maugham's collection provides a nuanced glimpse into the multifaceted landscape of China, offering readers a captivating journey through its streets, markets, and the hearts of its people.

Author

W. Somerset Maugham (1874–1965) wrote Of Human Bondage, The Moon and Sixpence, and a famous shelf of stories from the South Seas and the drawing room. A doctor by training, he observed with a cool, professional eye: desire, failure, and the cost of a vocation. With 35 titles in our catalogue, Maugham remains the English novelist of worldly intelligence — never sentimental, always readable.

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