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The book explores the evolution of the alchemist's portrayal in literature, tracing its representation from Dante's era to modern times. It highlights the shifting perceptions and cultural significance of the alchemist throughout history, revealing how societal attitudes have influenced literary depictions of this enigmatic figure.
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Alchemist in Literature: From Dante to the Present, Theodore Ziolkowski
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- Released
- 2015
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- Title
- Alchemist in Literature: From Dante to the Present
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Theodore Ziolkowski
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Released
- 2015
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 240
- ISBN13
- 9780198746836
- Category
- About Literature
- Description
- The book explores the evolution of the alchemist's portrayal in literature, tracing its representation from Dante's era to modern times. It highlights the shifting perceptions and cultural significance of the alchemist throughout history, revealing how societal attitudes have influenced literary depictions of this enigmatic figure.