| Author |
Maugham, W. Somerset (William Somerset), 1874-1965 |
| Title |
The Magician
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Magician_(Maugham_novel)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Suzanne Shell, Mary Meehan and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Magician" by W. Somerset Maugham is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story explores themes surrounding the interplay of love, ambition, and the occult, centering around characters like Arthur Burdon, a skilled surgeon, and Oliver Haddo, a self-proclaimed magician who wields sinister powers. The opening of "The Magician" introduces Arthur Burdon, who arrives in Paris, partially motivated by his love for Margaret Dauncey and his desire to learn from the French medical scene. He meets with Dr. Porhoët, an old friend who adds a layer of depth to the story with his knowledge of the mystical and the occult. As Arthur and Dr. Porhoët stroll through the Luxembourg Gardens, they discuss Haddo, suggesting a forthcoming encounter with the enigmatic character, who later enters their circle, bringing intrigue and a sense of foreboding. The initial tone is set for a conflict between the rational world of medicine that Burdon represents and the mystical, dark allure of Haddo's claims to magical powers, foreshadowing a deeper exploration of these contrasting elements throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Paris (France) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Magic -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
14257 |
| Release Date |
Dec 4, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 14, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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