Under a Spell Everlasting: Thomas Mann's Magic Mountain, published a century ago, tells of a world unable to free itself from the cataclysm of war.

The article discusses the enduring relevance of Thomas Mann's novel "The Magic Mountain," published a century ago, and its exploration of themes such as love, death, sickness, and modernity. The novel is set in a sanatorium in Davos, Switzerland, and follows the protagonist, Hans Castorp, on a transformative journey during his extended stay. Mann's work is seen as a reflection on the aftermath of World War I and a critique of bourgeois European culture. The article also delves into Mann's personal experiences and political evolution, highlighting the novel's complex narrative structure and thematic depth. [Extracted from the article]