"The Procedure" by Harry Mulisch explores the themes of creation, life, and the intersection of science and spirituality through the stories of Rabbi Jehudah Loew in 16th century Prague and scientist Victor Werker in modern times. The narrative weaves together historical events, biblical references, and contemporary scientific advancements to delve into the complexities of genetic engineering, human cloning, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding the manipulation of life. Mulisch's writing style is thought-provoking and introspective, offering a deep dive into the internal struggles and motivations of the characters as they navigate fame, relationships, and the pursuit of scientific discovery.
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Content warnings may include themes of grief, loss of a child, and ethical dilemmas surrounding the creation of life.
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Internationally renowned novelist Harry Mulisch's The Procedure is a haunting and fascinating novel about two men who try to create life but fail. In the late sixteenth century, Rabbi Jehudah Löw, in order to guarantee the safety of the Jews in Prague, creates a golem by following a procedure outlined in a third-century cabalist text. Four hundred years later, Victor Werker, a Dutch biologist mourning the loss of his stillborn daughter, causes an international uproar when he creates a complex organic clay crystal that can reproduce and has a metabolism. But his unsettling discovery takes its toll as his inner and outer demons pursue him around the world, from California to Venice, Cairo, and Jerusalem.
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