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The first UK edition of this early novel by noted author, W. Somerset Maugham, in the original unclipped dust wrapper. The first UK edition, first impression of the work, with no further impressions stated. First published earlier the same year by Doubleday. In the original unclipped dust wrapper. Due to wartime standards, the work was produced with very thin paper, meaning good quality survivals are both rare and sought after.Generally considered Maugham's best work, The Razor's Edge tells the story of an American pilot traumatised by his experiences in World War One in his quest for meaningful experience.A smart copy of this early work by Maugham. In the original cloth binding in the original unclipped dust wrapper. Externally in excellent condition. Slight bumping to the extremities and the head and tail of the spine. Dust wrapper is smart with sunning to the spine as is common with this work. Archival tape reinforcements to the reverse of the wrap. The odd handling mark and spot to the wrap. Internally firmly bound. Pages generally bright and clean with marginal age toning due to paper used. Near Fine.

'The Razor's Edge' follows the story of a war veteran Larry Darrell and his quest for spiritual enlightenment in the chaos of post-WWI society. Maugham's novel explores themes of existential crisis, the search for meaning, and the complexities of human relationships.