A Survey of Death by Thomas James Wise

Name: A Survey of Death
Author: Thomas James Wise

Thomas James Wise's book, A Survey of Death, is a comprehensive look at the history, science, and philosophy of death. It examines the various ways in which death has been viewed and understood throughout history, from ancient times to the present day. It looks at the various theories and beliefs about death, from religious and spiritual perspectives to scientific and medical perspectives. It also examines the various ways in which death has been dealt with, from burial and cremation to organ donation and cryonics. Finally, it looks at the various ways in which death has been used in literature, art, and popular culture. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history, science, and philosophy of death.

By Thomas James Wise · First published 1913 · Genre: Philosophical Fiction, Mystery, Thriller · 261 words

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My blood is freezing, my senses reel, / So horror stricken at heart I feel; / Thinking how like a fast stream we range / Nearer and nearer to that dread change, / When the body becomes so stark and cold, / And man doth crumble away to mould.

Boast not, proud maid, for the grave doth gape, / And strangely altered reflects thy shape; / No dainty charms it doth disclose, / Death will ravish thy beauty's rose; / And all the rest will leave to thee / When dug thy chilly grave shall be.

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Philosophical Fiction — The book explores the concept of death and its implications, making it a philosophical fiction work.
Mystery — The book follows a detective-like character as they investigate the concept of death, making it a mystery work.
Thriller — The book contains suspenseful elements as the character attempts to uncover the truth about death, making it a thriller work.
Horror — The book contains elements of fear and dread as the character confronts the unknown, making it a horror work.

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Work type: Essay
Author: Thomas James Wise
Date: 1913 CE
Language: English
Genres: Philosophical Fiction, Mystery, Thriller, Horror
Length: 261 words
Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)

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