The Magus

Brief Overview

The Magus is a novel by English writer John Fowles, first published in 1965. The story follows a young English teacher named Nicholas Urfe, who accepts a position at a private school on the Greek island of Phraxos. On the island, Nicholas encounters a mysterious millionaire named Maurice Conchis, who draws him into a psychological game filled with riddles, illusions, and sexual temptation. The work explores themes of freedom, the struggle with self-identity, and the complexities of human relationships through the lens of postmodern philosophy. Fowles crafted a multifaceted novel that raises questions about reality, art, and personal evolution through the trials faced by the protagonist.