Meister Zacharius

Meister Zacharius, written by Jules Verne, follows a watchmaker in Geneva known for his precision. As his clocks begin to malfunction and stop, he struggles to identify the cause while facing a serious illness that disrupts his mind and soul. The narrative explores the connection between the broken timepieces and his dwindling lifespan. This novella, published in 1851, reflects Verne's interest in the relationship between time and human existence.