Jitterbug Perfume by Tom Robbins Summary
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Jitterbug Perfume weaves immortality and perfumery across centuries, from ancient Bohemia to modern Seattle. Tom Robbins' bestselling masterpiece commands $750 for signed first editions, ranking second among his works with its "astounding" figurative language. What floral consciousness awaits in this goofily lyrical adventure?
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The Eternal Dance of Immortality and Desire
Imagine a world where the scent of jasmine and beets could unlock the secret to eternal life. Where gods fade into mist as humans learn to transcend death. Where a thousand-year journey begins with a single gray hair discovered by a king facing ritual sacrifice. This is the intoxicating universe of "Jitterbug Perfume," where immortality isn't about escaping life but embracing it fully - breathing deeper, loving fiercer, and dancing longer than seems humanly possible. The story spans continents and centuries, weaving together the lives of an ancient king, a widow who refused to burn, modern perfumers, and eccentric scientists - all connected by a mysterious fragrance that bridges worlds. At its heart lies a radical proposition: what if death isn't inevitable? What if, with the right combination of breathing techniques, bathing rituals, diet, and tantric sexuality, we could extend life indefinitely? And would immortality be a blessing or a burden?
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"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
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