The Complete order Short Stories of Somerset Maugham (2 vols. in slipcase)

Maugham, W. SomersetThe Complete Short Stories of Somerset Maugham, vol. 1: East and West and vol. 2: The World Over (Doubleday, boxed set, 1934 copyright, 1952 printing) Hardbacked set of near fine books, as published without jackets but in black slipcase. Published by Doubleday, 1952. Both volumes are in fine condition. Green cloth board interwoven with gilt lines and green designs, Gilt lettering. See photos. The box is in very good condition, completely intact but with some wear order on corners. The label on the case is perfect. The author (1874-1965) was an English playwright, novelist, and short-story writer. He was among the most popular writers of his era and reputedly the highest-paid author during the 1930s. His most famous novel is Of Human Bondage.

Vol. 1: East and West, 955 pgs, preface and 30 short stories
Vol. 2: The World Over, 681 pgs, preface and 61 short stories

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