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Exploring the final moments of nearly two hundred influential thinkers, this collection presents a unique blend of humor and poignancy. Simon Critchley captures the essence of mortality through self-mocking haikus of Zen masters, the profound last words of saints, and insights from contemporary sages. Each entry offers a thought-provoking glimpse into how these figures faced death, inviting readers to reflect on life, legacy, and the human experience.
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The Book of Dead Philosophers, Simon Critchley
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- 2009
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Simon Critchley
- Publisher
- Penguin Random House LLC
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 304
- ISBN13
- 9780307390431
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Historical Themes, History, True Stories, Biographies, Philosophical Topics, Humor, Philosophy, Opinion Journalism & Essays, Death, Jokes & Anecdotes
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- 3.55 out of 5
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- Exploring the final moments of nearly two hundred influential thinkers, this collection presents a unique blend of humor and poignancy. Simon Critchley captures the essence of mortality through self-mocking haikus of Zen masters, the profound last words of saints, and insights from contemporary sages. Each entry offers a thought-provoking glimpse into how these figures faced death, inviting readers to reflect on life, legacy, and the human experience.