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 Dewey Decimal Number: 128.5 EAN: 9780140062755 ISBN: 0140062750 Label: Penguin (Non-Classics) Manufacturer: Penguin (Non-Classics) Number Of Pages: 172 Publication Date: March 31, 1983 Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics) Studio: Penguin (Non-Classics) Browse for similar items by category: Click to Display Average Rating:
 Rating: - The ultimate paradox and question of it all This work is a highly interesting exploration of the subject of how the contemplation of Death effects the creative work of artists and scientists. The heart of the book is a set of interviews with artists and scientists on this basic question. In her introduction Goodman points out to two different approaches one can have to Death. One can think to make the most of one's life by ignoring death, by giving it as little time and attention as possible, by supposing that somehow it will never ... Read More 
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