Svengali

Synopsis
Svengali was a master musician living in Paris, who had developed powerful hypnotic abilities. He seemed to be capable of entrancing people simply by playing piano, but to acquire full control, a person had to look deep into his gazing eyes.

After meeting a beautiful, but tone deaf, 17 year old model named Trilby O'Ferrall, he decided that he would become her master and teach her how to sing. As his protege, Trilby became a renowned singer, but being under Svengali's power caused her mind and soul to wither until she no longer knew who she was. Svengali also controlled a talented young violinist named Gecko.

Svengali eventually died of a heart attack, but Trilby died soon after, longing for her cruel master.

Golden Age Comic Appearances
Famous Authors Illustrated #12