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Set against the backdrop of the late 19th century, the story follows a young woman of independent means who makes a socially questionable marriage. The novel explores themes of societal expectations and personal desires, reflecting the complexities of love and class. Initially met with resistance from publishers due to its daring content, it was ultimately released with edits. Over the years, it gained popularity and was reissued multiple times, culminating in a revised, uncensored edition in 1938 that showcased Maugham's stylistic enhancements.
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Mrs. Craddock, William Somerset Maugham
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Mrs. Craddock
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Somerset Maugham
- Publisher
- Bibliotech Press
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 248
- ISBN13
- 9781618959669
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Women, Classics, 20th century, British Literature, England, Society, Fear, Loss, Money, Fate, Weddings, Father
- Original title
- Mrs. Craddock
- Rating
- 3.8 out of 5
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the late 19th century, the story follows a young woman of independent means who makes a socially questionable marriage. The novel explores themes of societal expectations and personal desires, reflecting the complexities of love and class. Initially met with resistance from publishers due to its daring content, it was ultimately released with edits. Over the years, it gained popularity and was reissued multiple times, culminating in a revised, uncensored edition in 1938 that showcased Maugham's stylistic enhancements.