Plays
by W Somerset Maugham

Name: Plays
Brand: W Somerset Maugham
SKU: 9781784872120
Rating: 4.29 (9 reviews)

Highlights

British Historical Comedy

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate Maugham's masterful writing and sharp wit. Many find his exploration of human behavior and societal hypocrisy deeply thought-provoking and engaging. The plays' focus on gender discrimination further adds to their resonance with audiences.

Masterful writing Deeply provocative themes Sharp and witty dialogue Some plays are less engaging

Synopsis

In his day, W. Somerset Maugham was most celebrated as a playwright, and the breadth of his ability is manifested in this collection of his most popular plays.

Included here are the noirish mystery The Sacred Flame, the hilarious satires The Circle, The Constant Wife, and Our Betters, and the sharp-witted drama Sheppey.

Whether suspenseful or acerbically witty, these plays take a sly look at the idiosyncrasies and hypocrisies of their time.