Publisher's Synopsis
The Master is a novel written by Israel Zangwill. The story revolves around the life of a man named Joseph Lehmann, who is a Jewish immigrant living in London in the late 19th century. Joseph is a talented musician and composer, but he struggles to make a living in a society that is prejudiced against Jews.Despite these challenges, Joseph becomes a successful composer and conductor, and he is eventually appointed as the master of a prestigious music school. However, as he rises to fame and fortune, he faces numerous personal and professional challenges, including a difficult marriage, a scandalous affair, and a growing sense of disillusionment with his own success.As Joseph navigates these challenges, he must also confront the anti-Semitic attitudes that are prevalent in his society. Through his experiences, he comes to understand the complexities of identity, belonging, and artistic expression in a world that is often hostile to those who are different.The Master is a richly detailed and emotionally powerful novel that explores themes of identity, creativity, and prejudice. It is a compelling portrait of a man who rises to greatness despite the obstacles in his path, and a poignant reflection on the enduring struggles of marginalized communities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
