The Spider's House by Paul Bowles
Set against the backdrop of the 1950s Moroccan struggle for independence, this novel intricately weaves the lives of an American expatriate writer and a young Moroccan boy. As political tensions rise, their paths intersect in the ancient city of Fez, where cultural and personal conflicts mirror the broader societal upheaval. Through their interactions, the narrative explores themes of identity, belonging, and the inevitable clash between tradition and modernity, painting a vivid picture of a world on the brink of transformation.
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- 1955
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- American
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- 300-350
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