Middlebury

FYSE1295A-F12

Visions of Mortality

Visions of Mortality
In this seminar we will examine the nature, meaning, and implications of our mortality. We will begin by examining historical and contemporary philosophical views on death and by considering questions such as: Can an understanding of death tell us anything about what makes life good? How should the fact of our mortality influence the lives we lead? We will then address contemporary biomedical issues regarding death, considering questions such as: How does technology influence our conception of death? What attitude ought we to embrace regarding increasing advances in life-extending medical treatments? Readings will likely include works by Tolstoy, Lucretius, Nagel, Camus, and Callahan. 3 hrs. sem.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92901
Subject Code:
FYSE
Course Number:
1295
Section Identifier:
A

Course

FYSE 1295

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Fall 2012

FYSE1295A-F12 Seminar (Besser)