Willie: The Life of W. Somerset MaughamThe author of a critique of Maugham's works now, with the aid of new research and interviews defines the life of Maugham. |
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Page 185
... heart if his feeling were hurt'.58 A ' moody , cold and shy man ' , Walter has a natural affection for very little babies ' , 59 and his characterization of himself as ' a very good [ bridge ] player of the second class'60 is identical ...
... heart if his feeling were hurt'.58 A ' moody , cold and shy man ' , Walter has a natural affection for very little babies ' , 59 and his characterization of himself as ' a very good [ bridge ] player of the second class'60 is identical ...
Page 214
... heart There was for me nor love nor tenderness . To many another I saw you give unwanted kisses , But when I sought to break the chain that bound me You twined your slim soft arms about my neck And would not let me go . Humbly I thanked ...
... heart There was for me nor love nor tenderness . To many another I saw you give unwanted kisses , But when I sought to break the chain that bound me You twined your slim soft arms about my neck And would not let me go . Humbly I thanked ...
Page 337
... heart muscle cells for heart and circulatory problems , liver cells for anaemia and cirrhosis , and kidney cells for nephritis . The foetuses came from a nearby abattoir where the uteruses were removed from pregnant ewes and rushed to ...
... heart muscle cells for heart and circulatory problems , liver cells for anaemia and cirrhosis , and kidney cells for nephritis . The foetuses came from a nearby abattoir where the uteruses were removed from pregnant ewes and rushed to ...
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