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Death and the Afterlife : A Chronological Journey, from Cremation to Quantum Resurrection by Clifford A. Pickover (2015, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherUnion Square Publishing
ISBN-101454914343
ISBN-139781454914341
eBay Product ID (ePID)209840134
Product Key Features
Book TitleDeath and the Afterlife : a Chronological Journey, from Cremation to Quantum Resurrection
Number of Pages224 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2015
TopicDeath & Dying, General, Afterlife & Reincarnation, Anthropology / Cultural & Social, Customs & Traditions
IllustratorYes
GenreBody, Mind & Spirit, Philosophy, Social Science
AuthorClifford A. Pickover
Book SeriesUnion Square and Co. Chronologies Ser.
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight28 Oz
Item Length8.7 in
Item Width6.7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2016-387420
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal128/.5
SynopsisThroughout history, the nature and mystery of death has captivated artists, scientists, philosophers, physicians, and theologians. This eerie chronology ventures right to the borderlines of science and sheds light into the darkness. Here, topics as wide ranging as the Maya death gods, golems, and séances sit side by side with entries on zombies and quantum immortality. With the turn of every page, readers will encounter beautiful artwork, along with unexpected insights about death and what may lie beyond., Throughout history, the nature and mystery of death has captivated artists, scientists, philosophers, physicians, and theologians. This eerie chronology ventures right to the borderlines of science and sheds light into the darkness. Here, topics as wide ranging as the Maya death gods, golems, and s ances sit side by side with entries on zombies and quantum immortality. With the turn of every page, readers will encounter beautiful artwork, along with unexpected insights about death and what may lie beyond., Throughout history, the mystery of death has captivated artists, scientists, philosophers, physicians, and theologians. This eerie chronology ventures to the borderlines of science and sheds light into the darkness, exploring such diverse topics as the Maya death gods, golems, séances, zombies, and quantum immortality. With the turn of every page, readers will encounter beautiful artwork and unexpected insights about death and what may lie beyond.
LC Classification NumberHQ1073
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- 01 Apr, 2016
Beautifully Designed
I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of this book. Each page features a full size color image to accompany the chapter text. Gives excellent basic information on the history and mythology of death and burial practices. Beautiful hard cover on dense paper. Great quality for the price.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 03 Jul, 2022
Good reading
InsightfulVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
