The Frontiers Of Death
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Edition: 1st ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing , price clipped
Markings: No markings
The acclaimed work The Frontiers Of Death presents a profound examination of human mortality, charting the historical and philosophical perspectives that have shaped our understanding of the ultimate unknown. This compelling volume uncovers the diverse cultural rituals and scientific advancements that define the boundaries of life and death across different eras. It argues for a re-evaluation of how societies confront and interpret the cessation of existence, illustrating the evolving nature of our relationship with mortality. Turner’s meticulous research details the psychological and societal impacts of death, offering a comprehensive overview that challenges conventional thought. Readers will find The Frontiers Of Death an insightful and thought-provoking journey into the very essence of human finitude.
Author: James Turner
Format: Hardback
Published: 1957, Cassell & Company Ltd
Edition: 1st ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing , price clipped
Markings: No markings
The acclaimed work The Frontiers Of Death presents a profound examination of human mortality, charting the historical and philosophical perspectives that have shaped our understanding of the ultimate unknown. This compelling volume uncovers the diverse cultural rituals and scientific advancements that define the boundaries of life and death across different eras. It argues for a re-evaluation of how societies confront and interpret the cessation of existence, illustrating the evolving nature of our relationship with mortality. Turner’s meticulous research details the psychological and societal impacts of death, offering a comprehensive overview that challenges conventional thought. Readers will find The Frontiers Of Death an insightful and thought-provoking journey into the very essence of human finitude.