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Devotions : Upon Emergent Occasions, Together with Death's Duel
Devotions Upon Emergent Occasions Together with Death's Duel Author:John Donne This book presents Donne's reflection on the physical and spiritual life of the person or the relation between the body and soul. Although written in the 1620s, when Donne was already in his fifties, the book radiates an uncanny sense of the modern era. For example, in one chapter, the author talks of how diet and exercise are keys to a heal... more »thy life! The other one is dedicated to patience and tolerance for others as vital virtues. Thus a book is interesting both in terms of historical reference and for philosophical research.« less