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Collected Short Stories: Volume 1

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SKU: 9780140185898

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Dive into “Collected Short Stories: Volume 1” by James Lipton (ISBN: 9780140185898), featuring 30 captivating tales. Journey from England and France to the exotic South Pacific with stories like “Rain” and “The Three Fat Women of Antibes.” Explore themes of love, loss, and adventure in Maugham’s acclaimed debut collection. Perfect for fans of classic literature and short story enthusiasts.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780140185898
  • Publisher: Penguin Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
  • Depth: 25
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 22 mm
  • Weight: 290 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0140185895
  • Publisher Date: 01 Sep 1992
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 198 mm
  • No of Pages: 448
  • Series Title: Classic, 20th-Century, Penguin
  • Volume: 001
  • Width: 129 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

16 reviews for Collected Short Stories: Volume 1

  1. Khushi Santosh Surana

    A decent collection of short stories. ‘Rain’ was a standout. Some stories felt a bit dated, but the writing is solid.

  2. Manvi Gautam

    Enjoyable collection! Some stories were real gems, others less so. Maugham’s writing is always sharp and insightful. A mixed bag overall, but worth the read.

  3. Rishabh Kumar

    I found some stories tedious and somewhat outdated, though others showed Maugham’s talent for character development. ‘Rain’ is a must-read.

  4. J Raghunath

    Interesting stories, good writing style, great stories to read, but not a second time. I would recommend this book.

  5. Tushar Singh Gujar

    An excellent collection, full of wit and insight into human nature. Maugham’s stories are timeless.

  6. Shobha Kiran

    Maugham’s storytelling is captivating. Loved the characters and settings. A great collection.

  7. Nishi Maurya

    Enjoyed the exotic locations and varied characters. Maugham’s writing is engaging and thought-provoking.

  8. Aaina Narang

    Decent, but not outstanding. Some stories felt a bit dated. ‘Rain’ was definitely the highlight.

  9. Namya Dayal

    Captivating stories! Maugham’s writing is superb. I highly recommend this collection.

  10. Anonymous

    I loved some stories, but some were hard to understand. ‘The Three Fat Women of Antibes’ was not my type. Overall good book.

  11. Ravindran S

    A good collection with some excellent stories, but a few were not to my taste. I’m glad I read it, though.

  12. Bhawna Vats

    Some stories were captivating; others were forgettable. Overall, a good introduction to Maugham’s work.

  13. Simran Agarwal

    Loved the variety of settings and characters. Maugham’s descriptive language is fantastic. Definitely a worthwhile read for short story fans.

  14. Shivam Sunil Salampuria

    A mixed bag of stories. Some were brilliant, others were slow-paced. Overall, a worthwhile read for Maugham fans.

  15. Viraat Singh

    Uneven but generally engaging. A good introduction to Maugham’s writing style and themes.

  16. Rohit Choudhary

    A brilliant collection! Each story offered a unique perspective. Maugham’s storytelling is masterful.

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