The Djinn in the Nightingale's Eye
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Summary
The book «The Djinn in the Nightingale's Eye» by A.S. Byatt tells the story of Gillian Perkins, a scholar of fairy tales and myths. During a conference in Turkey, she acquires an ancient bottle from which she releases a djinn. The djinn offers her three wishes, and Gillian, with her profound knowledge of myths and legends, approaches her choices with caution. The story explores themes of desire, magic, and the power of storytelling, intertwining the modern world with ancient myths and legends.
Date of publication: 2 March 2025
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Genre: Fantasy