Hello, dear readers! In this post, I'll review The Painted Veil , a novel by British writer William Somerset Maugham. Published in 1925, this novel was initially considered controversial because of its frank portrayal of martial infidelity. However, I think the implication of diplomatic corruption and the critique of British class system had something to do with it as well. Perhaps it hit a bit too close too home for the 1920th society, and for some especially so. The author faced a lawsuit and had to change the surnames of its protagonist, something that he talks about in the Preface . Moreover, Maugham had to replace Hong Kong with an imaginary name Tching-Yen, thought, this imaginary name was not used in later editions. We don't know whether Maugham was inspired by any particular couple when writing this story, but we do know that he draw from his work experience as a doctor and his dabbling in science. This novel, whose title is a direct reference to Shelley's famous ...
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ReplyDeleteThank you so much dearest Ivana, that you again have chosen one of my outfits! As usual I like the other outfits you show here at least as much :) Especially Ivana and Coco belongs to my favs! Wish you a lovely Sunday.
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mi piacciono molto i look di Nico, Valeria e Francesca! e molto anche il look della ragazza con i palloncini!
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Love the collection of amazing looks! ...Thx for sharing..:-)
ReplyDelete♥♥♥ TNX ;)
ReplyDeleteMatea, Rena, Tijana, Afina...puno lijepih :)
So many great outfits. xa. Have a nice day.
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Another fabulous selection. Third outfit is beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteoh, lovely selection, dear Ivana:) All of those girls look very pretty and nice-dressed, but most of all I like the way Ivana (5foot7andbambieyes) looks, she is always so chic and elegant:) Marina (from afinaskater) is also very beautiful in that blue dress;)
ReplyDeleteLots of lovely looks doll!! I quite enjoy them, all different but so lovely!! I have no idea which I love more, I think they all have a great style!! Happy Monday doll xx
ReplyDeleteHvala, draga Ivana! :)
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Great selection sweety! I'm always so happy when you include me :D Thanks!
ReplyDelete"5foot7andbambieyes" is looking so adorable in her outfit. I am so honored you have featured me on your blog. So sweet. You rock! All beautiful and stylish bloggers on here. Thank you baby doll.
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Oh I'm so happy to see myself on this post!!! Thank you so much, it's so touching!!! :D
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Davvero tante belle e cool blogger!!! Mi piace molto il look con gonna grigia e camicia gialla! Grazie mille per avermi inclusa anche questa settimana!!!!!
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Its always inspiring to check other peoples fashion choices, thanks for sharing Ivana, xoxo.
ReplyDeleteGrazie Ivana, è sempre un onore essere menzionata nella tua rubrica!
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Coco
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and again: coco shows the perfect outfit. i love this white style in combo with beige/nude heels.
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i forget the link to the pic: http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0M1LK5s7m_0/U4NrPxBSOPI/AAAAAAAAKsE/DZAmsNA5FKY/s400/IMG_0178.JPG
DeleteI really like Coco's outfits too....she has a great style. Italian women have a wonderful sense of style, they're always dressed up.
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