A Little Corner

Style and Technique

In the novel «A Little Corner», Somerset Maugham employs a realistic narrative style, typical of his work. The language is clear and concise, allowing the reader to easily follow the plot's development. Maugham skillfully uses dialogue to reveal the characters' personalities and their internal conflicts. Literary devices such as irony and sarcasm help the author convey the characters' complex emotions and moral dilemmas. The story's structure is linear, with a gradual unfolding of events that creates tension and maintains the reader's interest. Maugham also pays attention to the descriptions of the surroundings, which helps create an atmosphere and emphasize the exotic nature of the setting.