What does it mean to be human? This concise guide explores self-knowledge, consciousness, and our place in history—and what it means for our choices today.
This book surveys how self-awareness shapes our duties, goals, and identity, drawing on philosophy, history, and religion. It invites readers to consider how we relate to others, to the past, and to the world around us, without getting lost in jargon or speculation. It also examines the heavy topics of mortality and pain, offering reflections on how belief, resilience, and meaning can guide us through hardship. The work frames human life as a project of understanding oneself and our responsibilities to others.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. The author unravels the mysteries of the human condition by analysing the relationship between mind, body and soul, and the experiences of life and death. This 19th century tome explores the wonder and complexity of the physical form, with its intricate systems and resilience, and contrasts this with the mind's infinite capacity for thought, emotion and imagination. The author's investigation into the nature of mortality and the fear of death is balanced by the hope and potential for transcendence through faith. Ultimately, this book delves into the profound question of what it means to be truly human, offering insights that transcend time and continue to resonate with readers today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330972236_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330972236
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330972236
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)