Publisher's Synopsis
""A Critical History of the Doctrine of a Future Life with a Complete Bibliography of the Subject"" is a comprehensive book by William Rounseville Alger that explores the concept of an afterlife from a critical perspective. The first volume of this two-volume set provides an in-depth analysis of the historical and philosophical evolution of the belief in life after death, tracing its origins from ancient civilizations to modern times. Alger examines the various religious and philosophical traditions that have shaped the idea of an afterlife, including those of ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, as well as Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.In addition to his historical analysis, Alger also provides a complete bibliography of the subject, including a list of primary sources, secondary sources, and relevant works of literature. This bibliography is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers interested in exploring the topic further.Overall, ""A Critical History of the Doctrine of a Future Life with a Complete Bibliography of the Subject"" is an important work of scholarship that offers a comprehensive and critical examination of one of the most enduring and fascinating concepts in human history.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.
