Philosophy of Life and Death

In this fascinating book, M.V. Kamath helps to answer the most crucial question of existence: "What is the meaning of death?" Drawing from the wisdom, of major religions and cultures of the East and West, Kamath presents a clear, highly informative study on the experience of Life and Death. Included are the thoughts and reflections of 55 famous men and women during their experience of dying. Among them are Henry David Thoreau, Socrates, Madame Curie, W.B. Yeats, Queen Elizabeth I, Swami Vivekananda, Beethoven and Anne Boleyn. One conclusion the author draws from his examination of these intriguing experiences is that "those who are well-integrated die bravely and calmly and at peace." This book is an excellent guide to a better understanding of the experience of Life and Death.

About the Author:

M.V. Kamath (born September 7, 1921) ex-editor of the Illustrated Weekly of India, has had a distinguished career as reporter, editor and journalist in Mumbai, Bonn, New York, Paris and Washington, D.C. He has served as editor of the Free Press Bulletin, Bharat Jyoti, U.N. Correspondent, Correspondent of the Pres Trust of India, contributing editor of United Asia, and Sunday editor and Washington correspondent of the Times of India. Besides Philosophy of Life and Death he also authored Jaico Book of Baby Names, Sai Baba of Shirdi: A unique saint.