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The Magic Skin
Set in early 19th-century Paris, it tells the story of a young man who finds a magic piece of shagreen that fulfills his every desire. For each wish granted, however, the skin shrinks and consumes a portion of his physical energy.
About The Magic Skin
Set in early 19th-century Paris, it tells the story of a young man who finds a magic piece of shagreen that fulfills his every desire. For each wish granted, however, the skin shrinks and consumes a portion of his physical energy. La Peau de chagrin belongs to the Etudes philosophiques group of Balzac's sequence of novels.
Where to listen & where it's available
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The Magic Skin — frequently asked
- Is The Magic Skin on Spotify?
- We haven't confirmed The Magic Skin on Spotify's audiobook catalog yet. Spotify audiobooks are included with Premium (up to a monthly listening limit) in supported markets.
- Is The Magic Skin on Apple Books?
- Yes — The Magic Skin is available as an audiobook on Apple Books.
- Who wrote The Magic Skin?
- The Magic Skin is by Honoré de Balzac.
- Where can I buy the The Magic Skin audiobook?
- Audible and Amazon both carry audiobooks; use the retailer links on this page to go straight to The Magic Skin. For print copies, compare Bookshop.org, Barnes & Noble, and Books-A-Million.
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