74 pages • 2 hours read
The Magus
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1965
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Essay Topics
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Though an example of Postmodern fiction, The Magus closely resembles a classic hero’s quest. How does the novel both illustrate and parody the common tropes associated with the hero’s quest?
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One of the literary devices used most often in the text is literary allusion. How do these illusions function? How do they illustrate the text’s key themes and ideas?
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Closely analyze Alison. How is she characterized? What is her role and wider significance in the text? How is her character arc different or similar to Nick’s?
