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The Complete Short Stories (Volume II)Bibliographic Details Title: The Complete Short Stories (Volume II) Author: W. Somerset Maugham ISBN 13: 9789365618990 Pages: 578 Edition: First Edition (2026) Binding: Paperback Genre: Fiction Classic Literature Short Story Collections British Literary Fiction Recommended Age Group: 16+ Years (Young Adult & Adult Readers) Reading Difficulty: Moderate Estimated Reading Time to Finish: 1822 Hours Price: 575. 00 Description The Complete Short Stories
Bibliographic Details
Title: The Complete Short Stories (Volume II)
Author: W. Somerset Maugham
ISBN-13: 9789365618990
Pages: 578
Edition: First Edition (2026)
Binding: Paperback
Genre: Fiction → Classic Literature → Short Story Collections → British Literary Fiction
Recommended Age Group: 16+ Years (Young Adult & Adult Readers)
Reading Difficulty: Moderate
Estimated Reading Time to Finish: 18–22 Hours
Price: ₹575.00/-
Description
The Complete Short Stories (Volume II) continues the remarkable literary journey through the works of W. Somerset Maugham, one of the twentieth century’s most accomplished storytellers. This volume gathers twenty-six compelling stories that demonstrate Maugham’s extraordinary gift for observing human nature and transforming everyday experiences into memorable works of fiction. Rich in psychological insight, subtle irony, and narrative precision, these stories reveal the complexities of ambition, morality, love, pride, self-deception, and personal transformation.
The collection features celebrated works including The Alien Corn, The Creative Impulse, Virtue, The Colonel’s Lady, Miss King, Lord Mountdrago, The Verger, The Taipan, Jane, and many others. Set across diverse landscapes and social settings, the stories transport readers from colonial outposts and cosmopolitan cities to intimate domestic spaces where human relationships unfold with striking realism. Maugham’s keen understanding of character allows him to portray individuals from all walks of life, capturing their aspirations, weaknesses, and unexpected moments of revelation.
Blending wit, elegance, and profound emotional depth, these stories remain as engaging and relevant today as when they were first published. The collection offers a rich exploration of human behavior while showcasing the craftsmanship that established Maugham as a master of the short-story form. Ideal for lovers of classic literature, students of English fiction, and readers seeking thoughtful, character-driven narratives, The Complete Short Stories (Volume II) is an indispensable volume that highlights the enduring brilliance of one of literature’s finest observers of the human condition.
Key Features
- Comprehensive collection of 26 classic short stories by W. Somerset Maugham.
- Includes acclaimed works such as The Alien Corn and The Verger.
- Rich exploration of human psychology and social relationships.
- Showcases Maugham’s signature wit, irony, and narrative elegance.
- Features diverse international and cultural settings.
- Ideal for students, researchers, and classic literature enthusiasts.
- Examines timeless themes of ambition, identity, morality, and fate.
- Written in clear, accessible, and engaging literary prose.
- Suitable for academic study as well as recreational reading.
- Essential addition to any collection of world literary classics.
Manufacturer Details
- Manufacturer: Doaba Corporation
- Imprint: Aedha Imprints
- Published By: Aumram Publications
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: 4551-16, Shanti Mohan House, 16 Ansari Road, Daryaganj - 110002
- Year: 2026
- Printed In: India
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