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Mortals : how the fear of death shaped human societies / Ross Menzies and Rachel Menzies

by Ross G. Menzies, Rachel E. Menzies

This book analyses how the human awareness of mortality has shaped history and behaviour. It explores how the dread of death drives both cultural achievements, like religion and art, and destructive global crises.

Accession 17773 ISBN 9781760879167 Publisher Allen & Unwin
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