Conjure wife

By Fritz Leiber

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A professor's world turns upside down when he uncovers his wife's secret life as a witch, forcing him to confront the hidden forces lurking beneath the surface of his ordinary life.

Genres

Literature Science-Fiction & Fantasy Fiction

Released

2023-03-14

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Summary

"Conjure Wife" by Fritz Leiber is a fantasy novel set in the early 20th century that mixes creepy horror with real-life problems. It's about Norman Saylor, a professor, who finds out his wife, Tansy, is a witch who uses magic to help them. The book looks at superstition, the fight between science and magic, and how tricky their marriage is as Norman tries to understand Tansy's secret witchcraft. The story kicks off with everyone at the college whispering about Tansy and her strange beliefs, which they think are bad for their town. When Norman accidentally finds her magical stuff, he has to face his own doubts about science as he deals with Tansy's magic. The beginning makes everything mysterious and tense, hinting at scary supernatural forces while Norman juggles his job and his tough marriage, all while people are scared and suspicious of witchcraft.