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A Brief History of Death.
・ISBN 978-1-4051-0183-7 paper US$ 42.95
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| 著者・編者 | Davies, Douglas, |
|---|---|
| シリーズ | (Wiley Blackwell Brief Histories of Religion) |
| 出版社 | (Wiley-Blackwell, UK) |
| 出版年月 | 2004 |
| ページ数 | 204 pp. |
| 言語 | ENG |
| ニュース番号 | ＜A00-88557＞ |
解説
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.