The idea of death is accompanied not only by the way someone makes a loss, but it is also a theme in which the meaning is not present, which makes it responsible for the fear and denial suffered by many subjects. This phenomenon, which is inescapable to man, is capable of delineating crossings and connections between different areas of knowledge, thus enabling interesting and pertinent reflections. But death is not restricted simply to a conception of the body's end of life, but it is related to a psychic and social end.
But death can lead us to other reflections beyond what we commonly face. That is, it launches us to being sure there it will eventually come, without knowing much where it comes from, or where it leads us. Thinking about this, our research is divided into three moments that carry with them their singularities, but at the same time, their approximations, enabling dialogue between different fields of knowledge, but always having literature as a main guide.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Brief historical and aesthetical portraits of the death's parade..
- Literary inscriptions of death in History.
- Conclusion….......
- Bibliography....
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This research investigates the multifaceted nature of death, exploring how it is portrayed across various cultures, historical periods, and artistic expressions. It aims to unravel the complex relationship between death, culture, and the human psyche, drawing upon literary texts, historical records, and theoretical frameworks.
- Cultural representations of death
- The influence of death on literature and art
- The role of psychoanalysis in understanding death
- The impact of historical events on death rituals and perspectives
- Death as a theme in contemporary society
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter sets the stage for the research by examining the significance of death throughout human history and across various cultures. It highlights how different societies have grappled with the concept of death and developed unique customs and beliefs surrounding it. The introduction uses the example of the Toumai, a hominid fossil, to illustrate how early humans may have perceived death. It also foreshadows the three main areas of focus that will be explored in the research: cultural representations, literary inscriptions, and psychoanalytical perspectives.
- Brief historical and aesthetical portraits of the death's parade..: This chapter delves into the various cultural manifestations of death, highlighting specific traditions and perspectives from different regions of the world. It explores how the idea of finitude has been reinterpreted in the context of post-war societies, and how local traditions have challenged Eurocentric viewpoints on death. The chapter discusses examples from African peoples, Mexicans, and Amazonian Amerindians, emphasizing the diverse ways in which death is incorporated into cultural practices and beliefs. It also touches on the aesthetic representation of death in the fine arts, literature, and cinema, exploring how artists capture the darkness and beauty of the subject.
- Literary inscriptions of death in History.: This chapter analyzes the portrayal of death in literature across historical periods. The chapter examines how literary texts have reflected and shaped cultural understandings of death. It explores specific examples of Western epics and contemporary testimonial literature, highlighting the impact of death on the human imagination and the enduring power of storytelling.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This research explores the complex interplay of death, culture, and the human psyche. It examines how different cultures have grappled with the inevitability of death, how literary works have captured its essence, and how psychoanalytical perspectives illuminate our understanding of this universal experience. Key terms include: death, culture, literature, art, psychoanalysis, history, traditions, rituals, finitude, aesthetics, and the human condition.
- Quote paper
- Letícia Schuler (Author), 2020, Aesthetical and historical portraits of a brief death's parade. How is death thought about?, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/946203
