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Gollner, Adam, 1976-
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Immortality.
Immortalism.
Longevity.
Future life -- Religious aspects.
Future life -- Research.
Life spans (Biology) -- Research.
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Gollner, Adam, 1976-
Immortality.
Immortalism.
Longevity.
Future life -- Religious aspects.
Future life -- Research.
Life spans (Biology) -- Research.
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The
book
of
immortality
: the
science
,
belief
, and
magic
behind
living
forever
/ Adam Leith Gollner.
by
Gollner, Adam, 1976-
Doubleday Canada, c2013.
Call #:
129 G626b
Subjects
Immortality
.
Immortalism.
Longevity.
Future life -- Religious aspects.
Future life -- Research.
Life spans (Biology) -- Research.
ISBN:
9780385667302 (hbk.)
Alternate title:
Immortality
Description:
x, 402 pages ; 24 cm.
Bibliography:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 382-388) and index.
Summary:
Adam Leith Gollner weaves together religion,
science
, and mythology in a gripping exploration of the most universal of human obsessions:
immortality
. In a narrative that pivots between profundity and hilarity, he brings us into the world of those whose lives are shaped by a
belief
in
immortality
. From a Jesuit priest on his deathbed to anti-aging researchers at Harvard, Gollner--sorting truth from absurdity--canvasses religion and
science
for insight, along with an array of cults, myths, and fringe figures. Combining immersive reporting, rigorous research, and lyrical prose, Gollner charts the rise of longevity
science
from its alchemical beginnings to modern-day genetic interventions. He delves into the symbolic representation of eternal life and its connection to water. Interlaced throughout is a compelling meditation on the nature of
belief
, showing how every story we tell about
immortality
is a story about the meaning of death.
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