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A Brief History of Death (Blackwell Brief Histories of Religion)
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by Douglas Davies
Sales Rank: 305652
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Discount: 42 %
$22.95
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Features
Cover Type: Paperback with 208 pages
Published by: Wiley-Blackwell November 30, 2004
Written in: English
ISBN 10 Number: 1405101830
ISBN 13 Number: 978-1405101837
Book Dimensions:
7.2 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
Weighs: 8.5 ounces
Product Review
"The author reveals himself to be a sensitive and humane guide, in a book that ought to fascinate anyone interested in the existential conundrum of human morality." Times Higher Education Supplement
Book Description
The act of death itself and the rituals surrounding it vary enormously and shed a fascinating light on the cultures of which they are a part. In this brief and lively history, Douglas Davies – internationally acknowledged as one of the leading experts in this field – tackles some of the most significant aspects of death and weaves them into a compelling story about our changing attitudes to dying.
Offers a fascinating examination of this subject which is of enduring interest in every culture in the world
Considers the profound influence death has had on subjects ranging from philosophy to anthropology, through to art, literature, and music - inspiring some of our most enduring artistic highpoints
Broaches some of the most significant aspects of death, such as the act of dying, grieving, burial, artistic interpretations of death, places of memory, the fear of death, and disasters/tragedies
Weaves these numerous approaches to death into a compelling story about our changing attitudes to dying
Contains several illustrations, and is written in an accessible and lively style.
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