The Magus Setting is set in Greece, a country located in the southeastern part of Europe. It is bordered by Albania, Bulgaria, Turkey, and the Mediterranean Sea. Greece is known for its ancient history, culture, and mythology, which are all featured in The Magus. The novel follows the story of Nicholas Urfe, an Englishman who moves to the Greek island of Phraxos to teach at a school. He soon finds himself embroiled in a mysterious and dangerous game of psychological manipulation.