The Magician's Wife by Brian Moore
Set in the mid-19th century, the novel follows the story of Emmeline Lambert, the wife of a renowned magician, as she accompanies her husband to Algeria on a secret mission orchestrated by the French government. As Emmeline becomes increasingly aware of the political machinations and colonial ambitions surrounding their journey, she grapples with her own identity and the moral implications of their involvement. The narrative explores themes of power, illusion, and the personal cost of complicity in the face of imperialism, all while Emmeline navigates her evolving sense of self and agency in a rapidly changing world.
- Published
- 1997
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Length
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- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- English
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