The Day After Death; Or, Our Future Life According to Science (New Edition)

Name: The Day After Death; Or, Our Future Life According to Science (New Edition)
Author: Louis Figuier

By Louis Figuier

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The text presents a speculative, quasi-scientific account of what follows bodily death, treating death as a metamorphosis of a tripartite human composition: body, soul, and life. It examines the fate and attributes of postmortem or superhuman beings, considers moral criteria for immediate elevation versus reincarnation, and discusses temporary loss of memory after rebirth. Natural phenomena and celestial bodies, especially the sun, are described as inhabited by spiritual beings whose emanations affect terrestrial life. The work also surveys the souls of animals and plants, argues for multiple inhabited worlds, and outlines successive transformations, resurrections, and planetary parallels to terrestrial evolution.

About the Author

Louis Figuier

Louis Figuier was a French naturalist and science writer known for his popular science works in the 19th century. His writings often explored the natural world, making complex scientific concepts accessible to the general public. Among his notable works is "Primitive Man," where he delves into the origins and development of humanity. Figuier also authored "The Ocean World," which provides a detailed account of marine life, and "The Insect World," highlighting the diversity and habits of insects. His contributions to literature reflect a keen interest in the intersection of science and education, aiming to enlighten readers about the wonders of the natural world.