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The Razor's Edge

By: W. Somerset Maugham
Narrated by: Michael Page
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A compelling novel of self-discovery and the search for meaning from the author of The Painted Veil.

The Great War changed everything and everyone, and Larry Darrell is no exception. Though his physical wounds from the war heal, his spirit is changed almost beyond recognition. He leaves his betrothed, the beautiful and devoted Isabel; studies philosophy and religion in Paris; lives as a monk, and witnesses the exotic hardships of Spanish life. All of life that he can find - from an Indian Ashrama to labor in a coal mine - becomes Larry's spiritual experiment as he spurns the comfort and privilege of the Roaring 20s.

This novel is part of Brilliance Audio's extensive Classic Collection, bringing you timeless masterpieces that you and your family are sure to love.

©1944 W. Somerset Maugham and renewed in 1971 by Elizabeth Mary, Baroness Glendevon (P)1994 Brilliance Audio Literary Fiction Thought-Provoking Classics War Fiction Genre Fiction Sagas Classics Literature Collection
Spiritual Journey • Timeless Themes • Excellent Narration • Elegant Writing • Philosophical Depth • Engaging Performance

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I enjoyed listening to this book. Both the story and the performance are brilliant. Lovely experience.

Brilliant and easy to read

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A dedicated classics reader, I avoided Maugham for far too long. What a shame to have denied myself the pleasure and thoughtfulness of this story for decades. Listen or read. Today. Michael Page is an excellent narrator as always.

Rethink your life

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Always a pleasure to read a book with a beggining, middle, and end, timeless themes, and none of the ax grinding, and propagandizung that are the hallmarks of modern authors.

Maugham at 70 and still amazing

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I have always liked this story, having seen and enjoying both film versions. the book paints the the scenes as eloquently as I had hoped.

Great story

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This is a wonderful book, one that stays with you. Nuanced, deep perception of characters. Excellent narration.

Beautiful Book

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