Immortality: A Poem, In Six Books (1839) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164874508)

Immortality: A Poem, In Six Books (1839) is a work of poetry written by an anonymous author. The poem explores the concept of immortality and the human desire for eternal life. The six books of the poem delve into various aspects of this theme, including the nature of the soul, the afterlife, and the quest for immortality throughout history.The first book sets the stage by introducing the idea of immortality and its allure. The second book explores the nature of the soul and its relationship to the physical body. The third book delves into the concept of the afterlife, examining various religious and philosophical beliefs about what happens to the soul after death.The fourth book looks at the quest for immortality throughout history, from the ancient Egyptians to modern-day scientists. The fifth book focuses on the limitations of human existence and the inevitability of death. Finally, the sixth book offers a hopeful vision of immortality, imagining a world where death has been conquered and humanity can live forever.Throughout the poem, the author employs a variety of poetic techniques, including rhyme, meter, and imagery, to create a rich and evocative portrait of the human quest for immortality. The result is a thought-provoking and deeply philosophical work of poetry that explores some of the most fundamental questions of human existence.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.

Author: Anonymous
ISBN-10: 1164874500
ISBN-13: 9781164874508
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 206
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.62lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d