Publisher's Synopsis
""The Individual: A Study of Life and Death"" is a philosophical and scientific exploration of the human experience by Nathaniel Southgate Shaler. The book delves into the nature of individuality, examining how our unique personalities and life experiences shape our perceptions of the world around us. Shaler also explores the concept of mortality, discussing the ways in which our understanding of death affects our approach to life. Drawing on a range of disciplines, including biology, psychology, and philosophy, ""The Individual"" offers a thought-provoking reflection on the human condition and the meaning of existence. Through its insightful analysis and eloquent prose, the book invites readers to contemplate their own place in the world and the legacy they will leave behind.1901. The purpose of the book is to set forth a naturalist's judgment of life and death. Contents: The Place of the Individual in the Universe; Organic Individuals; The Duration of the Individual Life; The Nature of Individuality; The Place of Organic Life in the Universe; The Growth of Sympathy; Expression of the Individuality; Appreciation of Other Individuality; Fear and Valour; The Attitude of Man Toward Death; Relation of Parent to Child; The Period of Old Age; The Utilization of Old Age; and Immortality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
