The marquis's final expedition to the Pic du Canigou, where he vanishes.
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The Expedition
The Expedition
Grand Ambition
Taillade decided to climb the Pic du Canigou to prove his theory. He would stay for three weeks in pure air.
Disciples Abandon Him
His followers gave up at the foot of the mountain, but he continued alone.
Last Sight
He was seen disappearing into a blizzard, singing and waving.
No Return
No Return
Waiting in Vain
His followers waited for his return as a young man, but he never came.
Search
The next summer, a search found no trace of him.
Legend
He became a legend, said to have merged with the fluidum vitale. His teachings lived on.
