The Djinn in the Nightingale's Eye by A. S. Byatt
Five Fairy Stories
"The Djinn in the Nightingale's Eye" is a collection of five fairy tales written by A. S. Byatt. Each story explores themes of desire, power, and the consequences of making deals with supernatural beings. The title story follows a young woman named Gillian who discovers a djinn trapped in a bottle and must navigate the consequences of setting him free. The other tales include a retelling of "Cinderella" and a story about a woman who becomes obsessed with a painting of a bird. Byatt's writing is rich in detail and explores the complexities of human nature through the lens of fantastical storytelling.
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- Published
- 1994
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- British
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- Pages
- 274
- Original Language
- English
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