The Deathiary, a one of a kind book of short stories about Memento Mori & Dance of Death.
The Deathiary is a work of fiction that invites readers to contemplate their own mortality and the vanity of life.
This special edition features gorgeous medieval woodcuts by Hans Holbein to illustrate the captivating text.
Through its rich storytelling, powerful visual imagery and satirical tone, it challenges us to think about how we are living our lives and whether or not we are striving for more than just fleeting satisfactions.
Not only does this edition contain enlarged size woodcuts for readers to appreciate, but it also allows them to reflect on the cultural meanings behind each engraving crafted by Hans Holbein centuries ago.
If you’re looking for an engaging read that will leave you reflecting on Death and Life then The Deathiary is perfect for you!
CONTENTS
1-INTRODUCTION
2-THE ARTISTRY
3-THE CREATION
4-THE TEMPTATION
5-THE EXPULSION
6-CONSEQUENCES OF THE FALL
7-A CEMETERY
8-THE POPE
9-THE EMPEROR
10-THE KING
11-THE CARDINAL
12-THE EMPRESS
13-THE QUEEN
14-THE BISHOP
15-THE DUKE
16-THE ABBOT
17-THE ABBESS
18-THE NOBLEMAN
19-THE CANON
20-THE JUDGE
21-THE ADVOCATE
22-THE COUNSELLOR
23-THE PREACHER
24-THE PRIEST
25-THE MENDICANT FRIAR
26-THE NUN
CONTENTS
27-THE OLD WOMAN
28-THE PHYSICIAN
29-THE ASTROLOGER
30-THE RICH MAN
31-THE MERCHANT
32-THE SHIPMAN
33-THE KNIGHT
34-THE COUNT
35-THE OLD MAN
36-THE COUNTESS
37-THE NOBLE LADY
38-THE DUCHESS
39-THE PEDLAR
40-THE PLOWMAN
41-THE YOUNG CHILD
42-THE LAST JUDGMENT
43-THE ESCUTCHEON OF DEATH
44-THE SOLDIER
45-THE GAMESTER
46-THE DRUNKARD
47-THE FOOL
48-THE ROBBER
49-THE BLIND MAN
50-THE WAGGONER
51-THE BEGGAR
52-THE YOUNG WIFE
53-THE YOUNG HUSBAND