Philippe Ariès' Described Changing Attitudes Toward Death in Western Culture

question 49

Essay

Philippe Ariès' described changing attitudes toward death in Western culture. Answer both of the following:
a. Explain carefully what Ariès holds to be the typical attitude(s)toward death in our contemporary society. Make plain the typical feelings, beliefs, and behaviors that Ariès believes are found among people living in today's society early in the 21^st century when they respond to death.
b. Choose specific, concrete examples from your experience that clearly demonstrate
how someone you know has acted on these attitudes.

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