Publication

1992-11-01 - Penguin Classics

Language

English

Word Count

52,000 words, Guess

Page Count

208 pages

Identifiers

and 2 more
  • Better World Books9780140185959
  • Open LibraryOL7349789M

Description

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...

First Sentence

ARTHUR BURDON and Dr Porhoet walked in silence.

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