Thomas MannClassics · Literary Fiction·1875–1955
Doctor Faustus
Synopsis
Adrian Leverkuhn, a brilliant composer, makes a pact with the devil, exchanging his soul for 24 years of unparalleled musical genius. This retelling of the Faust legend explores the depths of artistic ambition and the moral compromises made in pursuit of greatness. Set against the backdrop of 20th-century Germany, the novel delves into the cultural and political climate of the era.
How it reads
Prose complexity 10/10
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Trauma
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Characters
Adrian LeverkuhnProtagonist
WolandAntagonist