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Kitty Fane's journey unfolds as she navigates the complexities of her marriage to the introverted bacteriologist Walter Fane, contrasted by her affair with the charming Charles Townsend. Set against the backdrop of Hong Kong, the narrative explores themes of self-discovery and emotional growth as Kitty faces life-altering circumstances that challenge her extroverted nature. Through trials and tribulations, she evolves, ultimately seeking her true identity amidst the turmoil of her relationships.
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The Painted Veil, William Somerset Maugham
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- The Painted Veil
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Somerset Maugham
- Publisher
- True Sign Publishing House
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 192
- ISBN13
- 9789390852215
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Love, Classics, 20th century, 19th century, Society, England, 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
- Kitty Fane's journey unfolds as she navigates the complexities of her marriage to the introverted bacteriologist Walter Fane, contrasted by her affair with the charming Charles Townsend. Set against the backdrop of Hong Kong, the narrative explores themes of self-discovery and emotional growth as Kitty faces life-altering circumstances that challenge her extroverted nature. Through trials and tribulations, she evolves, ultimately seeking her true identity amidst the turmoil of her relationships.