Super Short Summary

The Magician of Lublin by Isaac Bashevis Singer follows Yasha Mazur, a Jewish traveling magician in late 19th century Poland under Russian rule. Yasha, less devout than his pious wife Esther, juggles multiple romantic entanglements and grapples with his faith. The narrative explores his moral journey and the impact of his actions on his relationships and self-identity. Themes of infidelity and suicide are present.