The Alkahest: Or, The House of Claes Honore de Balzac Author
by Honore de Balzac
2021-04-02 23:48:18
The Alkahest: Or, The House of Claes Honore de Balzac Author
by Honore de Balzac
2021-04-02 23:48:18
Regarded by many critics as one of Honore de Balzac's foremost literary achievements, the novel The Alkahest offers an incisive look at the dangers of obsession. Scientist Balthazar Claes begins his research into alchemical properties with the best o...
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Regarded by many critics as one of Honore de Balzac's foremost literary achievements, the novel The Alkahest offers an incisive look at the dangers of obsession. Scientist Balthazar Claes begins his research into alchemical properties with the best of intentions, but before long, he begins to neglect everything else in his life.
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