Name: The Alkahest (en Inglés)
SKU: 66739609
Price: 20.03 USD
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Author: De Balzac, Honore
ISBN: 9789374839881

Formato

Libro Físico

Editorial

Double 9 Books

Autor

De Balzac, Honore

Idioma

Inglés

N° páginas

170

Encuadernación

Tapa Blanda

Dimensiones

21.6x14x1 cm

ISBN13

9789374839881

The Alkahest (en Inglés)

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The alkahest unfolds as a profound study of human ambition, exploring the consuming nature of intellectual obsession and its effects on domestic harmony. Set within the richly depicted walls of a Flemish household, the narrative follows a man whose unyielding search for the mysterious Philosopher's Stone turns from a noble scientific pursuit into a destructive fixation. His relentless experiments, driven by an insatiable desire for discovery, gradually dismantle the stability of his home and the emotional bonds that once defined his family life. As the household's fortunes wane, the story transforms into a reflection on the conflict between idealism and responsibility, portraying how the pursuit of ultimate truth can become an act of profound self-destruction. The vivid setting of Douai, with its deep cultural and historical echoes, heightens the sense of tragedy and moral tension. Through its intricate psychological portrayal, the novel stands as a meditation on the limits of human intellect and the silent sacrifices made in the name of progress.