The Hero: An Edwardian Tale of Love, Duty, and the Cost of War with Historical Annotation

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This exclusive edition of "The Hero" by W. Somerset Maugham is more than just a reproduction – it is enriched with newly written historical context and analysis to help modern readers fully appreciate this classic work.

What makes this edition unique?Includes an extensively detailed historical essay exploring the author’s life, the novel’s themes, and its lasting influence.Provides insight into the social, cultural, and literary background that shaped the book’s creation and reception.Edited and formatted for modern readability while preserving the Original 1901 textIdeal for students, scholars, and general readers who want deeper context and understanding alongside the story.Uniquely Designed Cover for Paperback, Hardcover, and E-booksAbout The Hero by W. Somerset Maugham

“He had dreamed of triumph, but found only silence waiting for him.” — The Hero

When war ends, battles of the heart begin.

After serving his country, Captain James Parsons returns to his quiet English hometown, hailed as a hero. But the triumph of his military service soon gives way to a deeper struggle — reconciling duty, love, and the stifling weight of society’s expectations.

In The Hero, W. Somerset Maugham explores the disillusionment that follows glory. With keen psychological insight, he depicts a man celebrated for his bravery but unprepared for the personal sacrifices demanded of him at home. This Edwardian social expectations novel captures the tension between family duty versus love, between honor in war and the quiet despair of peace.

First published in 1901, it is an early glimpse of the themes Maugham would master in his later works — love, sacrifice, and the unvarnished truth of the human heart.

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“Aevum” means “Everlasting” and at Aevum Editions Publishing we take every step possible to ensure the preservation and Original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original authors publication, preserving its earliest form for you to enjoy. Add The Hero by W. Somerset Maugham, to your reading list today and see why it has remained a book club favorite!