Christmas Holiday by W. Somerset Maugham
Set against the backdrop of pre-World War II Europe, this novel follows the journey of Charley Mason, a young Englishman who travels to Paris for a Christmas holiday. Expecting a carefree and festive escape, Charley instead encounters a world of disillusionment and moral complexity. Through his interactions with Lydia, a Russian émigré entangled in a web of political intrigue and personal despair, Charley is forced to confront the harsh realities of life and the depths of human suffering. The narrative explores themes of love, betrayal, and the search for meaning in a world on the brink of chaos.
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- Published
- 1939
- Nationality
- British
- Length
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- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- English
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