In "Black Magic," Marjorie Bowen weaves a tale steeped in the occult and psychological tension, exploring themes of desire, power, and the supernatural. Set against the backdrop of early twentieth-century Europe, the narrative unfurls through striking prose that effortlessly blends gothic horror with nuanced character development. Bowen's exploration of sorcery and its ramifications on the human psyche aligns with the period's preoccupation with the...