More Far Eastern Tales

by WilliamSomersetMaugham (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1998

  $6.09

  More Far Eastern Tales brings together a further selection of Somerset Maugham's stories inspired by his travels in Singapore, Malaya and other exotic parts of the former British Empire. Containing some of his best-loved tales, this superbly entertaining and compelling collection is a testament to the skill and power of Maugham as a short story writer. From the love letter between a missionary and a drunkard to the mystery surrounding a death on board ship, the stories give a fascinating insight into the life and history of these colonies and are imbued with warmth, humour and a vast understanding of human nature.

• New

  Paperback
  2000

  $13.95

  From the love affair between a missionary and a drunkard to the mystery surrounding a death at sea, this collection gives a warm and humourous insight into life and history of life in the colonies and stands as a superbly entertaining and compelling testament to Maugham's skill and power as a short story writer.