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Awareness of Mortality

Exploring the philosophical dimensions of death and dying

Jeffrey Kauffman editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Baywood Publishing Company Inc

Published:15th Jun '95

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This book invites readers to explore philosophical thanatology, encouraging a deeper understanding of mortality and its implications for life. Awareness of Mortality is a thought-provoking journey.

This work serves as an introduction to philosophical thanatology, inviting readers to cultivate a disciplined and focused awareness of their own mortality. By grappling with the implications of mortality, individuals are encouraged to reflect deeply on their lives and the choices they make. The book delves into various fields such as philosophy, ethics, developmental psychology, psychoanalytic psychology, idealistic humanism, sociology, and other humanities, illustrating the interconnectedness of these disciplines with the subject of death and dying.

In Awareness of Mortality, contributors present a stimulating collection of original articles that challenge readers to confront their own awareness of mortality. This exploration is not merely academic; it is a passionate intellectual quest for meaning in the context of thanatology. Readers are provoked to engage with a diverse range of ideas and thinking styles, which can deepen their personal questioning process regarding life and death.

Ultimately, Awareness of Mortality aims to provide an expansive introduction to philosophical thanatology. It emphasizes the importance of understanding mortality as a fundamental aspect of the human experience. By examining the philosophical and ethical dimensions of death, the book encourages readers to develop a more profound sense of awareness and meaning in their lives.

ISBN: 9780895031747

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 521g

228 pages