Something about Eve: A comedy of fig-leaves

"Something about Eve: A comedy of fig-leaves" by James Branch Cabell is a story that follows Gerald Musgrave, a young magic student caught in a web of romance and spectral encounters. Gerald's life takes a bizarre turn with the arrival of the Sylan, a ghostly being offering supernatural deals and playful conversation. As Gerald wrestles with his affections for the married Evelyn Townsend and the challenges of his writing, the Sylan suggests a strange proposition involving inhabiting Gerald's body to navigate the troubles of his love life. The opening unfolds with humor; Gerald's frustrations and contemplations about love, relationships, and artistic ambitions are placed center stage. This sets a comedic tone for the adventures and complications that follow, giving hints of wit, romance, and magical elements that shape the story.