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Item Details
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A BRIEF HISTORY OF DEATH
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| By: |
Douglas Davies |
| Format: |
Paperback |
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£26.95 |
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| ISBN 10: |
1405101830 |
| ISBN 13: |
9781405101837 |
| Publisher: |
JOHN WILEY AND SONS LTD |
| Pub. date: |
11 November, 2004 |
| Series: |
Blackwell Brief Histories of Religion |
| Pages: |
208 |
| 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. |
| Synopsis: |
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. |
| Illustrations: |
10 |
| Publication: |
UK |
| Imprint: |
Blackwell Publishing Ltd |
| Returns: |
Returnable |
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