The Mesmerist's Victim (eBook)

A Dark Journey Through 18th Century France

Alexandre Dumas (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
208 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766462180-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Mesmerist's Victim," Alexandre Dumas delves into the intersection of science and the supernatural, presenting a narrative steeped in the popular fascination with mesmerism during the 19th century. The book adopts a grippingly vivid literary style, characterized by Dumas'Äôs signature flair for vibrant characterizations and intricate plots. As the protagonist falls under the spell of a mesmerizing practitioner, the narrative explores themes of power, manipulation, and the fine line between reality and illusion, providing readers with a captivating glimpse into a society oscillating between enlightenment and superstition. Alexandre Dumas, renowned for his historical novels like "The Three Musketeers" and "The Count of Monte Cristo," was a prominent figure of the Romantic literary movement. His diverse background, including French and Haitian ancestry, profoundly shaped his worldview and storytelling. Dumas was particularly influenced by the scientific and philosophical discussions of his time, prompting him to tackle the contentious subject of mesmerism, which was both a phenomenon of its era and a window into the human psyche. This enthralling tale is highly recommended for readers interested in the interplay of science and intrigue. Dumas's masterful blend of suspense and rich, evocative language invites readers into a world where reason and mysticism collide, making "The Mesmerist's Victim" an essential read for anyone captivated by the nuances of human emotion and the unexplained.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 18.5.2021
• Übersetzer: Henry Llewellyn Williams
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction ► Fantasy
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: 1743-1793 • 1743-1795 • 1755-1793 • 18th century france • 19th century literature • Alexandre Dumas • captivating plot twists • Classic Literature • Comtesse • consort of Louis XVI • conte di • dark mesmerism • du Barry • Dumas storytelling • Fiction • France • French Literature • Gothic Mystery • Historical Fantasy • historical fiction • Jeanne Bécu • King of France • literary classics • Literary crime • literary mystery • Louis XV • Marie Antoinette • occult influence • Parisian authors • psychological suspense • Queen • supernatural thriller • The Mesmerist's Victim • vivid prose style