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A weary professor on the brink of forced retirement confronts a world still haunted by the recent war. In his final lecture he poses a daring question: can the secret of eternal youth be unlocked by grafting animal glands into a human body? The debate erupts between legal scholars who see the act as a breach of law and a medical faculty eager to push the boundaries of science, exposing the clash between rigid statutes and the restless spirit of discovery.
As the operation proceeds, the narrative swirls with philosophical reflections on truth, the nature of the self, and what it means to be truly alive. The bustling hospital becomes a micro‑cosm where ambition, ethics, and the lingering scars of history intersect, leaving listeners to wonder whether rejuvenation will bring wisdom or a new kind of vulnerability.
Language
nl
Duration
~4 hours (261K characters)
Release date
2025-06-21
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1870–1956
A lively Dutch writer and journalist, he moved easily between fiction, poetry, theater, and art criticism. His work was known for its strong social feeling and for the sharp eye he brought to the world around him.
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