| Author: | Honore de Balzac | ISBN: | 9781775453567 |
| Publisher: | The Floating Press | Publication: | July 1, 2011 |
| Imprint: | The Floating Press | Language: | English |
| Author: | Honore de Balzac |
| ISBN: | 9781775453567 |
| Publisher: | The Floating Press |
| Publication: | July 1, 2011 |
| Imprint: | The Floating Press |
| Language: | English |
Famous perfectionist Honore de Balzac labored for years to bring the fascinating idea behind The Magic Skin to life in a novel, and critics and fans alike agree that it is one of the French writer's masterworks. The story follows the experiences of a young man who finds a small piece of animal skin that magically fulfills his every desire. However, over time, he discovers that the seeming miracle has exacted a terrible toll on his body -- and his soul.
Famous perfectionist Honore de Balzac labored for years to bring the fascinating idea behind The Magic Skin to life in a novel, and critics and fans alike agree that it is one of the French writer's masterworks. The story follows the experiences of a young man who finds a small piece of animal skin that magically fulfills his every desire. However, over time, he discovers that the seeming miracle has exacted a terrible toll on his body -- and his soul.
