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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

The Magician

by William Somerset Maugham
Aggregate Editorial Score40/100
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Published 1908English
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The Magician by William Somerset Maugham is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 1908. Published in 1908, The Magician by William Somerset Maugham is a landmark work of literary fiction that explores the complexities of human experience with depth and nuance.

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AuthorWilliam Somerset Maugham
Published1908
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score40/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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