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gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:novel
gptkb:character |
gptkbp:bfsLayer |
7
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gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:the_kingdom_of_Attolia
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gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:High_School
gptkb:film theatrical film poorly received |
gptkbp:adapted_into |
a complex antagonist
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gptkbp:appears_in |
gptkb:The_Magus_(novel)
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gptkbp:author |
gptkb:John_Fowles
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gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:none
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gptkbp:cast |
gptkb:Guy_Green
gptkb:Michael_Caine |
gptkbp:character_arc |
Nicholas's journey of self-discovery.
Nicholas's moral dilemmas. |
gptkbp:character_development |
Nicholas Urfe's transformation
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gptkbp:character_relationships |
complex dynamics
Nicholas and the Magus. Nicholas vs. Maurice. Nicholas's arrogance. Nicholas's awakening. manipulative relationships. |
gptkbp:character_traits |
introspective.
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gptkbp:conflict |
internal conflict
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gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:John_Fowles
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gptkbp:critical_reception |
mixed reviews
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gptkbp:cultural_impact |
influenced later psychological thrillers
influenced existential thought. |
gptkbp:cultural_references |
referenced in various media.
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gptkbp:cultural_significance |
explores human psyche.
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gptkbp:examines |
the theme of control
the context of 20th-century literature |
gptkbp:features |
philosophical dialogues
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gptkbp:followed_by |
gptkb:The_French_Lieutenant's_Woman
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gptkbp:genre |
psychological thriller
psychological fiction |
gptkbp:has_backstory |
Nicholas's troubled past.
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gptkbp:has_gameplay_element |
the island as a microcosm
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gptkbp:has_impact_on |
postmodern literature
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gptkbp:has_influence_on |
gptkb:literary_work
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gptkbp:historical_context |
post-war Europe.
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
the Magus
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gptkbp:influence |
postmodern literature
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gptkbp:influenced_artists |
gptkb:David_Foster_Wallace
psychological fiction. |
gptkbp:influenced_by |
existential philosophy
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gptkbp:influences |
surrealism
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gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:mythological_figure
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gptkbp:is_analyzed_in |
academic studies
psychological depth |
gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:mythological_figure
the hero's journey the search for identity the theme of illusion |
gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
manipulation and control
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gptkbp:is_cited_in |
narrative techniques
literary references |
gptkbp:is_connected_to |
the idea of transformation
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gptkbp:is_considered |
a pivotal character
a literary archetype |
gptkbp:is_considered_as |
a complex figure
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gptkbp:is_critical_for |
explores identity and freedom.
|
gptkbp:is_described_as |
critical essays
a mentor figure a transformative presence |
gptkbp:is_discussed_in |
philosophical contexts
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gptkbp:is_explored_in |
gptkb:literary_work
the nature of power moral dilemmas the human condition character interactions the protagonist's journey the theme of knowledge the nature of existence. the philosophical landscape. |
gptkbp:is_featured_in |
discussions of free will
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gptkbp:is_known_for |
exploring themes of existentialism
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gptkbp:is_linked_to |
the concept of fate
the theme of duality |
gptkbp:is_motivated_by |
search for meaning
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gptkbp:is_often_associated_with |
gptkb:Politician
the quest for truth |
gptkbp:is_often_compared_to |
other literary magicians
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gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as |
a philosophical inquiry
a catalyst for change a reflection of societal issues a representation of the unconscious mind a guide or teacher a manifestation of inner conflict reflection of the author's psyche |
gptkbp:is_part_of |
the narrative structure of the novel
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gptkbp:is_reflected_in |
gptkb:organization
the author's views |
gptkbp:is_related_to |
the protagonist Nicholas Urfe
|
gptkbp:is_represented_in |
the arts
a figure of wisdom various symbols enigmatic and powerful |
gptkbp:is_symbolic_of |
the search for meaning
the labyrinth. |
gptkbp:isbn |
978-0-099-50580-4
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gptkbp:language |
English
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gptkbp:length |
576 pages
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gptkbp:literary_devices |
metaphor.
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gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Nicholas_Urfe
gptkb:Educational_Institution |
gptkbp:motif |
the search for truth.
games and manipulation |
gptkbp:narrative_style |
third-person
unreliable narrator non-linear. foreshadowing. richly descriptive |
gptkbp:notable_quote |
“ We are all the same, we are all different.”
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gptkbp:philosophy |
the nature of reality
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gptkbp:plot |
Nicholas Urfe's experiences on a Greek island.
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gptkbp:plot_twist |
unexpected revelations.
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gptkbp:portrayed_by |
gptkb:various_adaptations
a trickster |
gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:1965
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gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:Jonathan_Cape
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gptkbp:reader_demographic |
cult following
thought-provoking. varied perspectives. intellectually stimulating. |
gptkbp:release_year |
gptkb:1968
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gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:Greece
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gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Greece
1960s |
gptkbp:significance |
a classic of modern literature.
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gptkbp:subject |
the nature of existence
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gptkbp:symbol |
the labyrinth
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gptkbp:symbolism |
illusion vs reality
Nicholas as everyman. |
gptkbp:thematic_element |
freedom vs control.
the quest for identity. |
gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:existentialism
the nature of reality self-discovery the duality of man |
gptkbp:themes |
the absurdity of life.
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gptkbp:translated_into |
multiple languages
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