Alchemist Compared to "Tuck Everlasting"

There have always been legends that a place or substance existed that would prolong the normal lifespan of a human. This goes beyond a simple health regimen or exercise. Famously, in the United States, one of these places was supposedly in Florida at a fountain of youth. But, no one was ever able to find it. Two of the substances were the philosopher's stone and the elixir of life. Sometimes the two are separated by legend (the elixir is separate from the stone), but one of the meanings of the word elixir is "liquid gold" (Gillabel). This probably has more to do with where the potion comes from, but it also speaks to its value. These substances have been immortalized in several books; among them are "The Alchemist" by Paul Coelho and "Tuck Everlasting" by Natalie Babbitt. The purpose of this essay is to first...
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