The book of illusions

a novel

Book • 2002

In 'The Book of Illusions', Paul Auster explores themes of identity, loss, and the power of art through the story of David Zimmer, a professor who becomes obsessed with the silent film comedian Hector Mann.

After Mann's disappearance in 1929, Zimmer's research leads him on a journey that blurs reality and fiction.

The novel delves into the complexities of human existence and the role of art in shaping our perceptions.

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