The Magician
About this book
Stunningly rejacketed as part of a major reinvention of this neglected 20th century masterSet in the bohemian cafe society of Paris at the turn of the nineteenth century, Maugham's exploration of hypnotism and the occult was inspired by the sinister black magician Aleister Crowley. At the start of this compulsive gothic horror story, Arthur and his beautiful, innocent fiancee Margaret look forward to an idyllic life together, until they encounter the mesmerising and repulsive Oliver Haddo...
Reader Profile
4.0/5 · 21686 readers · 310 pages · ≈ 5 h 44 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read The Magician?
About ≈ 5 h 44 m — 310 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The Magician?
310 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The Magician?
It sits on the Biography & Memoir, Fiction shelves.
Is The Magician in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in The Magician?
The main characters include W. Somerset Maugham (1874-1965).
Where does The Magician take place?
It is set in Paris (France), Paris during 20th century.
Who wrote The Magician?
William Somerset Maugham.
Where can I read The Magician online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library