The Power of Darkness

by John McGahern

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Paul King, an Irish landowner, is dying; his wife is half his age. He has not allowed his wealth to spread ease or comfort. When he dies, his handsome young workman Paul is urged by a cunning mother to move in on the vulnerable young widow.

The Power of Darkness reflects a fallen world. The title is a description of the force that drives it; sexual ignorance and the old fear of famine lead to irrational greed, coupled with the need for redemption.

  • ISBN10 0571167098
  • ISBN13 9780571167098
  • Publish Date 1 November 2002
  • Publish Status Active
  • Out of Print 10 April 2014
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint Faber & Faber
  • Edition Main
  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 64
  • Language English