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Classic Fantasy

The Elixir of Life

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    The Elixir of Life is a classic fantasy story collection by Honoré de Balzac.

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    About The Elixir of Life

    "The Elixir of Life" by Honoré de Balzac is a short story published in 1830. Set in 16th-century Italy and Spain, it follows Don Juan Belvidero, who receives from his dying father a mysterious liquid that can restore life. When Juan disobeys his father's final instructions, he sets in motion a dark chain of events involving forbidden knowledge, debauchery, and atheism. Years later, his own deathbed command to his devout son leads to a horrifying miracle that shocks an entire community.
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    Who wrote The Elixir of Life?

    The Elixir of Life was written by Honoré de Balzac.

    What genre is The Elixir of Life?

    It is usually shelved as Classic Fantasy.

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    Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.

    What books are similar to The Elixir of Life?

    Readers who like it often enjoy The Picture of Dorian Gray, Dracula and Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus.

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