Description
In forty brief, imaginative vignettes, this thought-provoking collection envisions wildly different versions of the afterlife—from worlds where time and identity are rearranged to realms shaped by an overwhelmed, empathetic God and populated by familiar faces. Each tale turns the idea of what comes after death into a fresh way of examining consciousness, memory, love, faith, and the mysteries of human existence. Blending scientific curiosity with philosophical speculation and dark wit, the book reflects a possibilian spirit: rather than offering definitive answers, it invites readers to entertain many possibilities at once. Strange, elegant, and highly original, these compact stories linger long after they are read.
Available Editions
paperback
Vintage Books
Published Jan 1, 2009
ISBN: 9780307389930
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Details
First Published
2008
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Sum by David Eagleman.