The Magician of Lublin
Yiddish. Der kuntsnmakher fun Lublin · 1960
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Brief Overview
"The Magician of Lublin" is a poignant story about Yasha Mazur, a wandering magician residing in the Polish city of Lublin. Yasha, a master of illusions and deceptions, leads a double life, balancing between the world of magic and reality. His heart is torn between love for his wife Esther and passion for his mistress Magda. Delving into philosophical reflections on faith, fate, and human nature, Yasha faces internal contradictions and moral dilemmas. In this narrative, Bashevis Singer masterfully combines elements of mysticism and realism, creating a profound portrait of a man seeking meaning and redemption in a world full of illusions and deceptions.
Date of publication: 28 April 2025
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Genre: Classical literature
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