A beguiling exploration into the world beyond ours, this little book is filled with a colourful array of different perspectives, rituals and legends on the passing of life
- Dive in to discover the history and culture of death from around the world and throughout history
- Packed with a wealth of information, including depictions in mythology, literature and poetry, burial practices from around the world, and what death means to different people
Humanity is united in its fascination with its own impermanence. This unwavering interest has inspired a wealth of spiritual and religious rituals, legendary stories and unique celebrations, from the Norse belief in the halls of Valhalla to the sky burials of Tibet.
Spanning thousands of years, from the Palaeolithic era to the twenty-first century, this book takes a look at our fascination with the afterlife, exploring the wide-ranging beliefs of different cultures and religions, bewitching and bittersweet mythology, and burial rites past and present.
Octopus Books
978-1-83799-805-0