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Set in the early 20th century, the novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and self-discovery through the life of Kitty, a young woman trapped in a loveless marriage. When her husband, a doctor, takes her to a cholera-infested region of China, she confronts her own choices and the consequences of her actions. The narrative delves into the complexities of human relationships and the search for meaning in a tumultuous world, reflecting on the illusions that shape one's perception of life.
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The Painted Veil, William Somerset Maugham
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- The Painted Veil
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Somerset Maugham
- Publisher
- Sanage Publishing House
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 252
- ISBN13
- 9788119216604
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Love, Classics, 20th century, England, Society, 19th century, Great Britain, English Literature, Adapted for Film, Asia, China, Marriage, London, Scandals and Affairs, Infidelity, Hong Kong, Cholera
- First published
- 1925
- Original title
- The Painted Veil
- Rating
- 4 out of 5
- Description
- Set in the early 20th century, the novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and self-discovery through the life of Kitty, a young woman trapped in a loveless marriage. When her husband, a doctor, takes her to a cholera-infested region of China, she confronts her own choices and the consequences of her actions. The narrative delves into the complexities of human relationships and the search for meaning in a tumultuous world, reflecting on the illusions that shape one's perception of life.