The painted veil 2006 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. When her husband discovers her adulterous affair, he forces her to accompany him. My feeling is that he was better than good he was great. Somerset maugham is available at bauman rare books. Apr 23, 20 amazon link i recently finished reading the veil by blake k healy. Set in england and hong kong in the 1920s, this beautifully written character study is an affirmation of the human capacity to grow, change, and forgive. We wont necessarily discuss each of these questions in order or in so many words, but these are general ideas and themes for the discussion. Somerset maugham, 9780099286875, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The painted veil is set in england and china, taking place in the 1920s. There is a movie adapted from this novel, and yet it tells a totally different story in my perspective. Apr 17, 2016 the storyline of the painted veil has some major changes between the movie and the novel. Only when it is too late does dymovs wife olga like kitty realize her husbands moral worth and see that he is a far finer man than she had realized. The novel was first published in serialised form in five issues of cosmopolitan november 1924 march 1925.
Ive seen a lot of flaky stuff on the subject of the unseen realm his book is not like that at all. The painted veil is a novel written by w somerset maugham in 1925. The title is a reference to the shelley sonnet lift not the painted veil which those who live. The painted veil william somerset maugham this is a book to get lost in, not just in the usual way of books, but in a way that is haunting and will have you musing for days and days, long after you have turned the final page. The painted veil is the story of the beautiful but shallow young kitty fane, who marries for money rather than love. Somerset maugham novel and the painted veil, first published in. The painted veil is both a critical social commentary and deeply personal tale of self realisation. The title is taken from percy bysshe shelleys sonnet, which begins lift not the. While the chinese characters remain mostly anonymous, either children or suffering disease victims, kitty and walters exclusive.
This study guide consists of approximately 34 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of the painted veil. I also want to comment that after watching two of his pieces, curran has something going on with streets in last scenes. This book will teach you how to battle your spiritual struggles from the winning side so that you can be victorious both in your life and in the issues happening in todays world. Jan 12, 2007 the christian science monitor is an international news organization that delivers thoughtful, global coverage via its website, weekly magazine, online daily edition, and email newsletters. Ultimately, with all the things it covers, the painted veil is a beautiful story about love found, as in discovered. Somerset maugham was one of the twentieth centurys most popular novelists as well as a celebrated playwright, critic, and short story writer.
First published in 1925, the painted veil is an affirmation of the human capacity to grow, change, and forgive. Aug 18, 2017 the painted veil is the story of kitty fane, a beautiful, but thoughtless, shallow, and selfcentered woman. Edward norton, naomi watts, toby jones, anthony wong chau sang and liev schreiber appear in the leading roles. Somerset maughams novel the painted veil doesnt happen in the book. Lift not the painted veil which those who live call life. However, in the end, the book turns out to be a tragedy, and you can call it anything but a love story. Stripped of the british society of her youth and the small but effective society she fought so hard to attain in hong kong, she is compelled by her awakening.
Somerset maughams classic the painted veil, the first thought that came into my head after finishing the book is that this is a. Jun 07, 2012 the painted veil william somerset maugham this is a book to get lost in, not just in the usual way of books, but in a way that is haunting and will have you musing for days and days, long after you have turned the final page. I admired the potraiture of people as people complex. The painted veil was first published in 1925 and is usually described as a strong story about a womans spiritual journey. Set in england and hong kong in the 1920s, the painted veil is the story of the beautiful, but lovestarved kitty fane. What is the significance of the title the painted veil. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. When her husband discovers her adulterous affair, he forces her to accompany him to the heart of a cholera epidemic. It is a story of love, betrayal, hatred, revenge and redemption. Aug 29, 2011 the painted veil differences between the book and the film. The painted veil differences between the book and the. Whats the difference between the painted veil the book and the painted veil the movie. To more pragmatic, modern eyes, kittys emotional growth appears minimal. The painted veil is a 1925 novel by british author w.
Garstin, and their respective relationships to kitty. Amazon link i recently finished reading the veil by blake k healy. The painted veil created the most lively discussion our group has ever had. When her younger sister announces her own engagement to a prosperous duke, kitty panics and accepts the proposal of the very quiet, very shy, dr. Set in england and hong kong in the 1920s, it is the story of the beautiful but shallow young. It had been a long time since i read one of the classics. The painted veil discussion questions classics reading group.
Vintage classics, 1925, 214 pages first published in 1925, the painted veil is an affirmation of the human capacity to grow, change, and forgive. Movie website updates for december 16 december 21, 2006. Have you ever waited for your favorite book to be turned into a movie. I would also recommend reading the two poems that are referred to in the book as they provide good context. Somerset maughams classic the painted veil, the first thought that came into my head after finishing the book is that this is a masterpiece that absolutely deserves nothing less than 5 stars.
Jun 22, 2011 buy the painted veil thinking classics by w. The novel also inspired a 2006 drama movie of the same name starring edward norton and naomi watts. Books similar to the painted veil goodreads share book. Nov 14, 2008 walter and kitty barely spoke as they travelled by chair through the inscrutable chinese hinterland. While i was in the midst of a somerset maugham obsession triggered by selina hastingss superb biography, i mentioned that i thought the painted veil would be an excellent choice for the literary ladies book club. The biographer richard cordell notes that the book was influenced by maughams study of science and his work as a houseman at st thomas hospital. When her husband discovers her adulterous affair, he forces her to accompany him more. Thomass hospital with the idea of practising medicine, but the success of his first novel, liza of lambeth, published in 1897, won him. Edward norton, naomi watts, toby jones, anthony wong chau sang and liev schreiber appear in the leading roles this is the third film adaptation of the maugham book, following the samenamed 1934 film starring greta garbo and. Apr 05, 2001 i would also recommend reading the two poems that are referred to in the book as they provide good context. Dec 20, 2006 its no surprise that one of the best scenes in the latest and third film iteration of w. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. The title is taken from percy bysshe shelleys sonnet which begins lift not the painted veil which those who live call life.
The painted veil is the story of kitty fane, a beautiful, but thoughtless, shallow, and selfcentered woman. Differences between the painted veil book vs movie page 1. Stripped of the british society of her youth and the small but effective society she fought so hard to attain in hong kong, she is compelled by her. The painted veil has the ingredients of a great film, including cinematography alternatively lush and parched and highcaliber actors. Set in england and hong kong in the 1920s, it is the story of the beautiful but shallow young kitty fane. From bestselling author of the veil learn about angels and demons from the man who can see them. At a wedding, a veil is usually white, representing the innocence of the person wearing it. I suspect well have plenty to talk about tomorrow night. The screenplay by ron nyswaner is based on the 1925 eponymous novel by w. Im quite stingy when it comes to rating books and normally would not give more than 4 stars, even for a book i thoroughly enjoyed.
May 04, 2011 in my opinion, the painted veil was a great choice for a book discussion group. The painted veil differences between the book and the film. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. May 18, 2010 below are some questions to get us started. Edward norton, naomi watts, toby jones, anthony wong chau sang and liev schreiber appear in the leading roles this is the third film adaptation of the maugham book, following the samenamed 1934 film starring greta garbo. Were considering expanding this synopsis into a fulllength study guide to deepen your comprehension of the book and why its important. Its no surprise that one of the best scenes in the latest and third film iteration of w. In the movie, walter is not that pathetic, since kitty loves him. The title is taken from percy bysshe shelleys sonnet, which begins lift not the painted veil which those who live call life. He teaches at the bethel atlanta school of supernatural ministry. When i saw the painted veil on sale at, i thought it would be a nice change of pace. Walter and kitty barely spoke as they travelled by chair through the inscrutable chinese hinterland.
The painted veil study guide contains a biography of w. Jan 05, 2011 set in england and hong kong in the 1920s, the painted veil is the story of the beautiful but lovestarved kitty fane. This summary of the painted veil includes a complete plot overview spoilers included. The painted veil is a classic story of a womans spiritual awakening. It was short, a fast read, and possessed of an intriguing setting. Opinions about the characters varied widely and we talked as much about the authors intent as we did the story. Somerset maughams 1925 novel the painted veil, previously filmed rather beautifully in 1934 starring greta garbo and indifferently in 1957 as the seventh sin, is the tale of kitty naomi watts. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The painted veil is the sort of moviestar vehicle that usually provides for outsized, capital a acting. The painted veil is a beautifully written affirmation of the human capacity to grow, to change, and to forgive. Compare and contrast the characters of walter and mr. If you like the painted veil you are looking for touching, emotional and captivating movies about with loveless marriage, couple relations, love and romance, infidelity, cheating wife, marriage and doctor themes of drama and romance genre shot in china or usa.
How frighteningly yellow were the faces that surrounded them. First published to a storm of protest, the painted veil is a classic story of a womans spiritual awakening. The painted veil is a 2006 american drama film directed by john curran. An elegy on the death of a mad dog by oliver goldsmith lift not the painted veil by percy bysshe shelley i enjoyed this immensely and will definitely be reading more maugham. Sophie wards uninflected reading is competent if not compelling. He was educated at kings school, canterbury, and at heidelberg university. By using our website you agree to our use of cookies. Still, if not a major feminist work, the book has literary interest. The christian science monitor is an international news organization that delivers thoughtful, global coverage via its website, weekly magazine, online daily edition, and email newsletters. Somerset maugham, literature essays, quiz questions, major themes, characters, and a full summary and analysis. Walter fane, a bacteriologist living in china who falls madly in love with her. In the novel the veil is painted, which means that it is not an innocent veil the characters are wearing. The storyline of the painted veil has some major changes between the movie and the novel.