De Gruyter Handbuch Sterben Und Menschenwurde - 3 Volumes

This comprehensive three-volume handbook provides a thorough assessment of death in the modern age. By taking an interdisciplinary approach, the work explores death as a multidimensional phenomenon through various lenses of knowledge. Readers can find deep insights from a wide range of experts. Doctors and biologists examine the biological processes involved in the end of life, while philosophers and theologians address the spiritual and mental aspects of dying within our current society. Additionally, the text includes perspectives from ethnologists and psychologists to address contemporary fears and social structures surrounding death. This collection serves as a vital resource for those seeking to understand the complex relationship between mortality and human dignity. It bridges the gap between scientific inquiry and spiritual reflection, offering a complete overview of how death is perceived and experienced today.