The Mercury Visions of Louis Daguerre

Set against the vibrant backdrop of 19th-century Paris, this novel explores the tumultuous life of Louis Daguerre, a pioneering photographer haunted by delusions and driven by a unique "Doomsday List" of images to capture before the world ends. As he enlists the help of an eclectic cast—including a poet and a prostitute—Daguerre's quest intertwines with a longing to reconnect with a lost love and understand the memories that have shaped his life. Combining history, art, and romance, the story offers a compelling glimpse into a revolutionary period of social and artistic upheaval.