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The Enchanter — Vladimir Nabokov (Vintage International)
R 90.00excl. tax
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Description
In 'The Enchanter', Vladimir Nabokov explores the disturbing obsession of a middle-aged man who marries a dying widow in order to gain access to her young daughter. Written in Russian in Paris in 1939 and published posthumously in 1986, this haunting novella explores the manipulation of innocence through the protagonist’s calculated attempts to fulfil his desires. With its unsettling atmosphere, psychological complexity and carefully crafted prose, the work anticipates themes that Nabokov would later develop in 'Lolita'. Translated into English by his son, Dmitri Nabokov, it stands as a compelling work in its own right.
Condition
Fair condition, cover slightly worn
Filed under: Classics