The Razor’s Edge
by W. Somerset Maugham
The Razor's Edge by W. Somerset Maugham holds a highly rated rating of 4.18 out of 5, based on 25.3K reader ratings. First published in 1944. The book spans 314 pages.
About The Razor's Edge
Larry Darrell is a young American in search of the absolute. The progress of this spiritual odyssey involves him with some of Maugham's most brillant characters - his fiancee Isabel, whose choice between love and wealth have lifelong repercussions, and Elliot Templeton, her uncle, a classic expatriate American snob. The most ambitious of Maugham's novels, this is also one in which Maugham himself plays a considerable part as he wanders in and out of the story, to observe his characters struggling with their fates.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | W. Somerset Maugham |
| Published | 1944 |
| Pages | 314 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Philosophy, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.18 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 25,267 |
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What genre is The Razor's Edge?
The Razor's Edge is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Philosophy, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Razor's Edge worth reading?
Based on 25.3K reader ratings, The Razor's Edge has an average score of 4.18 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Razor's Edge?
The Razor's Edge has 314 pages.
Who wrote The Razor's Edge?
The Razor's Edge was written by W. Somerset Maugham. It was first published in 1944.
What is the ISBN for The Razor's Edge?
The ISBN-13 for The Razor's Edge is 9781400034210.0.
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