The Watching Husband (Karl van Marcus) 1975 [pdf]
The Watching Husband
Author: Carl Van Marcus
Publisher: Liverpool Library Press
Year: 1975
Length: 97 pages
Format: PDF
This novel presents a narrative that challenges its title. Rather than depicting a passive husband observing his wife's sexual encounters, the story reveals Tom as an active participant, engaging with other women. However, he is also characterized as a cuckold. The dominant figure in the plot is Sam Dagon, who employs the young married couple to manipulate their lives, particularly focusing on Kate. Dagon's intentions are to educate her according to his desires, orchestrating events to ensure they align with his plans. In this scenario, Tom finds himself powerless, merely a pawn in Dagon's manipulation, unable to influence his own life.