The Representation of Cholera and China in W. Somerset Maugham’s The Painted Veil and in John Curran’s Film Adaptation

Abstract

Through W. Somerset Maugham’s The Painted Veil and in John Curran’s film adaptation, I intend to give an insight into how cultural stereotypes determine Europeans about China and how their perception alters. Besides, a not too direct comparison between the images of death in the colonies and in the more developed parts of the world will be provided. What is more, the representation of cholera (mainly in the film adaptation) will also be discussed.