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The Spider’s House” by Paul Bowles – A Tale of Intrigue in Fez

The Spider’s House: A Tale of Intrigue in Fez

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Paul Bowles’s definitive novel of Morocco. Set in medieval Fez during the nationalist uprising, this story explores the clash of civilizations through the eyes of an American writer and a young Moroccan boy.

ISBN:978-0061137037 Publication Date:October 31, 2006 Language:English Print Length:432 pages Categories:English books, Books about Morocco

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The Spider’s House: A Tale of Intrigue in Fez

Paul Bowles

Paul Bowles was an American expatriate composer and author who became a literary icon after settling in Tangier, Morocco, where he lived for over five decades. He is best defined by his existential masterpiece, The Sheltering Sky, which explores the psychological unraveling of Western travelers against the stark backdrop of the Sahara. His work captures the […]

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Immerse yourself in the labyrinthine streets of the Medina with The Spider’s House by Paul Bowles. Regarded by many critics as Bowles’s finest work, this gripping novel captures the tension, beauty, and complexity of Morocco during the end of the French colonial era. Available now at Mabooko, this essential read offers a profound look into the heart of Fez.

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A Tale of Intrigue in Fez
The Clash of Cultures
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A Tale of Intrigue in Fez

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the 1954 nationalist uprising, The Spider’s House weaves a narrative that is both politically charged and deeply personal. The story follows John Stenham, an American writer who loves the medieval traditions of Fez, and Amar, a young, illiterate Moroccan boy gifted with baraka (divine grace). As violence erupts and the city teeters on the brink of revolution, their paths cross in unexpected ways, revealing the “spider’s house” of political opportunism and betrayal.

Bowles masterfully depicts the atmosphere of the city—the scents of the souks, the call to prayer, and the hidden tensions behind high walls. It is a novel that does not just describe Morocco; it transports you there.

The Clash of Cultures

More than just a historical thriller, this book is a profound exploration of the misunderstanding between East and West. Through Stenham and Amar, Bowles examines the loss of tradition in the face of modernity and the complex relationship between the colonizer and the colonized. It is a timeless story that resonates deeply with anyone living in or visiting the Maghreb today.

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