Shadrach In The Furnace by Robert Silverberg

Set in a dystopian future, the narrative unfolds in a world where the ailing leader of a global government seeks immortality through a series of radical medical procedures. The story follows his personal physician, who becomes embroiled in a moral and ethical dilemma as he navigates the complexities of loyalty, power, and the essence of humanity. As the physician grapples with his conscience, he is drawn into a web of political intrigue and personal conflict, ultimately questioning the cost of eternal life and the true nature of human existence.

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