Nicolas Flamel

Nicolas Flamel was a real 14th-century French scribe and manuscript-seller who became legendary for his supposed discovery of the Philosopher's Stone, a mythical substance believed to grant immortality and the ability to turn base metals into gold. While his historical life was relatively ordinary, folklore and alchemical texts later turned him into an iconic figure in alchemy and magic. Flamel's name frequently appears in literature, most notably in J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" series, where he is depicted as a character who achieved immortality through the stone. His story reflects humanity's fascination with immortality and the transformative power of knowledge.