The Razor's Edge
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This novel, supposedly based on the life of an acquaintance of Maugham, follows the fortunes of an American pilot who, traumatized by war, rejects his former conventional life to search for a more meaningful existence. After studying in Paris for two years he decides to travel, taking various menial jobs. Although being influenced by some of the people he meets it is not until he reaches India that he begins to find peace.
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Bibliographic source: Open Library- Who wrote The Razor's Edge?
The Razor's Edge is by William Somerset Maugham. The catalogue records its first publication in 1944. A later edition may have a different publication date on its copyright page.
- How long is The Razor's Edge?
The catalogue records 320 pages for a representative edition. Pagination varies with the publisher, format, type size and translation, so check the edition you intend to read.
