The Magician: A Novel
From one of today’s most brilliant and beloved novelists, a dazzling, epic family saga set across a half-century spanning World War I, the rise of Hitler, World War II, and the Cold War.
Colm Tóibín’s magnificent new novel opens in a provincial German city at the turn of the 20th century, where the boy, Thomas Mann, grows up with a conservative father, bound by propriety, and a Brazilian mother, alluring and unpredictable. Young Mann hides his artistic aspirations from his father and his homosexual desires from everyone. He is infatuated with one of the richest, most cultured Jewish families in Munich, and marries the daughter Katia. They have six children. On a holiday in Italy, he longs for a boy he sees on a beach and writes the story Death in Venice. He is the most successful novelist of his time, winner of the Nobel Prize in literature, a public man whose private life remains secret. He is expected to lead the condemnation of Hitler, whom he underestimates. His oldest daughter and son, leaders of Bohemianism and of the anti-Nazi movement, share lovers. He flees Germany for Switzerland, France, and, ultimately, America, living first in Princeton and then in Los Angeles.
In a stunning marriage of research and imagination, Tóibín explores the heart and mind of a writer whose gift is unparalleled and whose life is driven by a need to belong and the anguish of illicit desire. The Magician is an intimate, astonishingly complex portrait of Mann, his magnificent and complex wife Katia, and the times in which they lived - the first world war, the rise of Hitler, World War II, the Cold War, and exile. This is a man and a family fiercely engaged by the world, profoundly flawed, and unforgettable. As People magazine said about The Master, “It’s a delicate, mysterious process, this act of creation, fraught with psychological tension, and Tóibín captures it beautifully.”
Journey into the Enchanting World of "The Magician," a Novel by Colm Toibin
Prepare to be captivated by "The Magician," a spellbinding novel that transports you to the extraordinary life of Thomas Mann, one of the 20th century's most influential writers. With his signature lyrical prose, Colm Toibin paints a vivid portrait of Mann's inner struggles, artistic triumphs, and tumultuous personal relationships.
Immerse yourself in Mann's world as he grapples with his homosexuality, his complex relationship with his family, and the rise of Nazism in Germany. Toibin masterfully intertwines historical events with Mann's personal narrative, allowing you to witness history unfold through the eyes of a literary giant.
Discover how Mann's experiences shape his writing, as he delves into themes of identity, love, and the power of art in a changing world. "The Magician" is a poignant meditation on the human condition, exploring the intricate interplay between life and art.
Join readers worldwide who have been captivated by Toibin's storytelling brilliance. "The Magician" is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, history, or the complexities of the human experience. Dive into this immersive novel today and let Toibin's words transport you to a world of magic, artistry, and profound insight.
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