Joseph Balsamo

Joseph Balsamo is a historical novel written by Alexandre Dumas. The book tells the story of the life of the infamous 18th-century Italian adventurer and hypnotist, Cagliostro, who is also known as Joseph Balsamo. The novel is set in the years leading up to the French Revolution and follows Balsamo as he travels across Europe, using his hypnotic powers to manipulate and deceive those around him.The story begins with Balsamo's early life in Italy, where he learns the secrets of alchemy and the occult from his mentor, the Count of St. Germain. Balsamo then travels to France, where he becomes embroiled in the court intrigues of Louis XV's mistress, Madame du Barry. He also becomes involved in the affairs of the French Freemasons, who are seeking to overthrow the monarchy and establish a republic.As Balsamo's fame and power grow, he becomes a target of the royal authorities, who see him as a dangerous subversive. He is eventually arrested and put on trial, but manages to escape and flee to England. There, he continues his schemes and manipulations, eventually returning to France to play a key role in the events leading up to the Revolution.Throughout the novel, Dumas weaves together historical events and figures with fictional characters and plotlines, creating a rich and complex tapestry of 18th-century Europe. The book is filled with drama, intrigue, and romance, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the occult and the secret societies of the time.1894. Volume 2 of the Memoirs of a Physician. A historical romance set in the period of King Louis XV relating the trials and tribulations of the court and life in this time. A wonderfully written and interesting novel with a historical background.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.