40 pages 1 hour read

Ernest Becker

The Denial of Death

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1973

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Ernest Becker's The Denial of Death is acclaimed for its profound psychological insights into humanity's struggles with mortality. Praised for its intellectual depth, the book challenges readers to confront existential anxieties. However, some find Becker's arguments dense and his style overly complex, which could hinder accessibility. Overall, it remains a thought-provoking read.

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Who Should Read The Denial of Death?

A reader who would enjoy The Denial of Death by Ernest Becker is introspective and fascinated by existential psychology, mortality, and human behavior. They likely appreciate works like Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning and Sigmund Freud's writings on psychoanalysis. This reader is drawn to profound philosophical inquiries and the human condition.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Psychology
Philosophy
Religion / Spirituality
Themes
Life/Time: Mortality & Death
Values/Ideas: Religion & Spirituality
Emotions/Behavior: Fear
Genre
Anthropology
Psychology
Philosophy