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Set in the working-class district of Lambeth, the novel follows the poignant life of Liza Kemp, an 18-year-old factory worker living with her elderly mother. Maugham's debut work explores themes of love, loss, and the struggles of the lower class in late 19th-century London. The narrative captures Liza's brief existence, highlighting her dreams and hardships. Additionally, the story inspired a musical adaptation that premiered in 1976, showcasing its enduring impact on culture.
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Liza of Lambeth, William Somerset Maugham
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- Liza of Lambeth
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Somerset Maugham
- Publisher
- Blurb
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 130
- ISBN13
- 9781715753351
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes, Historical Fiction, Love, Classics, British Literature, England, Society, 19th century, Marriage, Mothers, Pregnancy, Lies, Scandals and Affairs, Morality, Industrialization
- Rating
- 3.25 out of 5
- Description
- Set in the working-class district of Lambeth, the novel follows the poignant life of Liza Kemp, an 18-year-old factory worker living with her elderly mother. Maugham's debut work explores themes of love, loss, and the struggles of the lower class in late 19th-century London. The narrative captures Liza's brief existence, highlighting her dreams and hardships. Additionally, the story inspired a musical adaptation that premiered in 1976, showcasing its enduring impact on culture.