The Great And Secret Show by Clive Barker
The First Book of the Art
The novel weaves a complex tale of a cosmic battle between two opposing forces, the Jaff and the Shoal, set against the backdrop of a small American town. The story follows Randolph Jaffe, who discovers the existence of a mystical realm called the Art, and his transformation into the powerful and malevolent Jaff. As he seeks to harness the Art's power, he is opposed by Fletcher, a man who becomes his nemesis. Their conflict spills over into the real world, affecting the lives of the town's inhabitants and leading to a climactic showdown that blurs the lines between reality and the supernatural. Themes of ambition, power, and the duality of human nature are explored as the characters navigate a world where dreams and nightmares collide.
The 17009th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1989
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 650-700
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(5.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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