Balsamo, the magician; or, the memoirs of a physician by Dumas and Maquet

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Author Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870
Author Maquet, Auguste, 1813-1888
Translator Williams, Henry Llewellyn, 1842-
Title Balsamo, the magician; or, the memoirs of a physician
Note Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Balsamo, the Magician; or, The Memoirs of a Physician" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical romance written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the enigmatic character Joseph Balsamo, an alchemist and magician, intertwining his magical pursuits with the politically turbulent backdrop of the French Revolution. The tale combines elements of adventure, mysticism, and intrigue, promising readers a profound exploration of power and transformation during a critical period in history. At the start of the story, we meet a man, later revealed to be Balsamo, who is on a mysterious journey into the heart of a dark forest near Thunder Mount. As he approaches a secret society of ghosts, Balsamo navigates a series of strange tests and oaths that reveal his ambition and desire for knowledge and power. Meanwhile, the plot introduces other key characters, including the alchemist Althotas, and sets the stage for Balsamo's eventual intersection with political forces and relationships that hint at grand themes of destiny and moral consequence. The opening highlights Dumas's signature flair for rich descriptions and captivating dialogue, drawing readers into a world of mystery and historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Marie Antoinette, Queen, consort of Louis XVI, King of France, 1755-1793 -- Fiction
Subject Cagliostro, Alessandro, conte di, 1743-1795 -- Fiction
Subject Du Barry, Jeanne Bécu, comtesse, 1743-1793 -- Fiction
Subject France -- History -- Louis XV, 1715-1774 -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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