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In 1921, Robert Hamlyn, a lawyer, and his wife Lesley host an old friend, the troubled writer Willie Somerset Maugham, at their home in Penang. As Willie faces personal struggles including an unhappy marriage and declining health, he finds himself unable to write. Lesley’s growing friendship with him reveals his masked identity and hidden vulnerabilities. As Willie prepares to depart and confront his challenges, Lesley shares her own secrets, leading to revelations that will change their lives.
Format: Hardback
Dimensions: × ×
Pages: 320
Publisher: Canongate Books
ISBN: 9781838858292
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