The Origin and Evolution of the Idea of the Soul (1922)

""The Origin and Evolution of the Idea of the Soul"" is a non-fiction book written by Paul Lafargue and first published in 1922. The book explores the concept of the soul and its development throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern times. Lafargue examines various philosophical and religious beliefs about the soul, including those of ancient Greeks, Egyptians, and Hindus, as well as Christian and Islamic traditions. He also discusses the influence of science and psychology on the idea of the soul, and how it has evolved over time. The book is a comprehensive study of the soul and its place in human thought and culture, and provides a fascinating insight into the history of one of humanity's most enduring concepts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.