Sixty-five Short Stories
Prose Books
by William Somerset Maugham.
DESCRIPTION

Synopsys: "Sixty-Five Short Stories" is a masterful compilation by renowned author William Somerset Maugham, offering readers a highly variegated range of narratives that are equally profound and thought-provoking. Drawing from various facets of human life, each story artfully captures unique slices of existence, emotions, and experiences. Maugham expertly interweaves wit, irony, and wisdom, showcasing his peerless understanding of the human condition. Readers are introduced to a slew of different characters, each one sketched with keen observation and psychological insight. Whether it's unraveling the complexities of a marital fight in a living room, or an ironic twist in the life of an expatriate in the tropics, Maugham's stories reward us with precious glimpses into the fascinating tapestry of human life.

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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
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We utilise the following packaging:

  • We use a Landfill-biodegradable bundling wrap to quickly secure and bundle items to avoid damage during transit. It can be recycled or disposed of in the general rubbish bin. Once disposed to landfill biodegradation is accelerated approximately 90+% faster than conventional bundling wrap, producing an organic matter (a natural fertiliser) and no microplastics. We're so Happy about this!
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  • All of our satchels are made from 80% recycled content plastic.
  • All of our envelopes can be recycled. Yay!
WHO ARE WE?
Prose Books is an online bookshop located in Perth, Western Australia. The shop is run with a true passion for books, specialising in out-of-print and rare titles. We've scoured many estate sales, markets, auctions and marketplaces to acquire the most interesting, unique and (occasionaly) hard-to-find books.

Whether you're a collector, a holiday reader, or just a lover of books, Prose Books is sure to have something that will interest you.

If you have watched Black Books, "The bookshop does not have an inviting atmosphere. Visitors are discouraged. We drink wine."... you get the idea.

We've been selling on ebay since 2001!