Description
A young English teacher arrives on a remote Greek island seeking escape and reinvention, only to become entangled in an elaborate and dangerous game orchestrated by a mysterious local millionaire. As reality and fantasy blur in increasingly unsettling ways, Nicholas Urfe finds himself caught in a psychological thriller where nothing can be trusted and the stakes grow ever more perilous. John Fowles crafts a masterwork of suspense and eroticism, exploring themes of identity, manipulation, and the thin line between illusion and truth. With its intricate plotting and richly atmospheric setting, this literary thriller challenges readers to question the nature of reality itself. A haunting and unforgettable novel that has captivated readers worldwide and cemented Fowles's reputation as a writer of exceptional depth and imagination.
Available Editions
paperback
Back Bay Books
Published Jan 4, 2001
656 pages
ISBN: 9780316296199
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Details
First Published
1965
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Magus by John Fowles.