The Individual a Study of Life and Death
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ISBN10: 116264446X
ISBN13: 9781162644462
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 366
Weight: 1.08
Height: 0.76 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781162644462
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 366
Weight: 1.08
Height: 0.76 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Individual: A Study of Life and Death by Nathaniel Southgate Shaler is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of the individual and their place in the world. Shaler, a renowned American geologist and paleontologist, delves into questions of identity, purpose, and mortality, drawing on scientific, philosophical, and spiritual perspectives.Through a series of essays, Shaler examines the concept of the self, exploring how it is shaped by biology, environment, and culture. He also considers the role of the individual in society, and the ways in which we can find meaning and fulfillment in our lives.At the heart of the book is a meditation on death, and the ways in which our mortality gives shape and significance to our existence. Shaler argues that by confronting the reality of our own mortality, we can live more fully and authentically, embracing the challenges and opportunities that life presents.Written in elegant and accessible prose, The Individual is a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers today. It offers a profound and insightful exploration of what it means to be human, and a compelling vision of the possibilities and limitations of the individual life.1901. The purpose of the book is to set forth a naturalist's judgment of life and death. Contents: The Place of the Individual in the Universe; Organic Individuals; The Duration of the Individual Life; The Nature of Individuality; The Place of Organic Life in the Universe; The Growth of Sympathy; Expression of the Individuality; Appreciation of Other Individuality; Fear and Valour; The Attitude of Man Toward Death; Relation of Parent to Child; The Period of Old Age; The Utilization of Old Age; and Immortality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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