First published 1999
Jung delves into the mysteries of mortality, exploring the human psyche's complex relationship with death. Tracing themes of the soul, the unconscious, and the collective experience, he challenges us to confront our own fears and embrace the transformative power of the end. In vivid detail, Jung guides us through the realms of the afterlife, the archetypes of the collective unconscious, and the role of ritual and symbol in processing grief. Powerful and poignant, this work invites us to find meaning and solace in the face of our ultimate reckoning.
Genres: death, psychology, 20th-century, religion, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: intimate, poignant, thought-provoking
Tropes: challenging-beliefs, confronting-fears, finding-meaning
Period: 20th-Century
168 pages · Paperback · Princeton University Press