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W. Somerset Maugham

The Painted Veil

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1925

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Essay Topics

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How would you describe the novel’s attitude towards romantic love? To what extent can the characters rely upon sexual and romantic experiences for fulfilment and stability?

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To what extent do you find Walter a sympathetic character? Does Maugham imply that Kitty’s view of him is negatively biased and limited?

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Describe the difference between how Maugham portrays white and Chinese characters. In what ways does Maugham’s portrayal of the Chinese characters reflect his perspective as a white British man?

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