--- product_id: 12257423 title: "The Birth and Death of Meaning: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man" brand: "ernest becker" price: "€ 33.05" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/12257423-the-birth-and-death-of-meaning-an-interdisciplinary-perspective-on store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # The Birth and Death of Meaning: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man **Brand:** ernest becker **Price:** € 33.05 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Birth and Death of Meaning: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man by ernest becker - **How much does it cost?** € 33.05 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/12257423-the-birth-and-death-of-meaning-an-interdisciplinary-perspective-on) ## Best For - ernest becker enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ernest becker brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Birth and Death of Meaning: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man ## Images ![The Birth and Death of Meaning: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81COfDTAfLL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Utterly captivating, full of insight, epic story. *by R***R on Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2020* I read Becker's "Denial of Death" many years ago. That book was a gift because it was the first (and only) book I've read which accurately described one of my core life philosophies."Denial of Death" was like staring at the sun."Birth and Death of Meaning" is more like viewing a large, beautiful, expertly cut diamond, observing how the sun's light penetrates and refracts through each unique facet and creates brilliant interconnected rainbows.Where "Denial of Death" builds up steam to ultimately hammer home a single, profound thesis, "Birth and Death..." is like an overview of human history, synthesizing connections across time and space, weaving meaning from many disciplines into a single coherent perspective.There's something for everyone. Poetry, mythology, anthropology, psychology, spirituality, scientific analysis, and philosophy are just some of the perspectives included. If that sounds complicated -- don't worry! Becker writes in an inviting, narrative style. The language is modern, not dry or academic.If you're like me, you may find yourself pausing to put the book down every few pages, not because you can't understand it, but because you're so awestruck that you need time to process it on an emotional as well as intellectual level. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars A tool for all people who want to examine human nature *by P***S on Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2013* This is a wonderful work in my opinion. The book draws together ideas about human nature beyond superstition and examines some of the fundamentals of psychology as described by some of our greatest modern thinkers. It is not an easy read if you are like me not a student studying these topics for a qualification in the field, but it is fascinating to read about concepts around the constructs of society and human relations/behaviour and the dynamics involved. It is a book for people who are not afraid to examine long held beliefs or are life long students of thought and philosophy in general. I would recommend two other titles by the same author , "The denial of death" (Pulitzer Prize winner) and "Escape from Evil" both food for thought. In summary not a read for escapism more reality check. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars I WISH I COULD GIVE IT 10 STARS OR 100 *by J***S on Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2003* Truly a philosophical and psychological classic with powerful ideas exploding from every page. Highly recommended for hundreds of passages like the following:"The thing that makes the study of character so fascinating and so difficult is that is largely a matter of sorting out bizarre collages ... That is why self-analyses for anyone who wants to work at it, is a task for more than one lifetime - it can never really be finished." * "The ego finds out what feelings, thoughts, and situations are dangerous and then permits the organism to exist in a world in which there is no danger by steering clear of these feelings, thoughts and situations. ... And this price is the heaviest we have to pay: namely, the restriction of experience ... by skewing perceptions and limiting action." * "One of the things that most people take with them out of their early experience is a dependency on others for their sense of self, a rooting in the powers of someone else; this gives them a certain serenity, an ability to carry on daily without worrying or thinking about their own weakness or lack of self-confidence." * "Genuine heroism for man is still the power to support contradictions, no matter how glaring or hopeless they may seem." * "We think we see power in the people with sure beliefs, unshakable convictions, smug self-confidence. Yet these are psychological weaknesses on a planet which is fluid and full of surprises." --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/12257423-the-birth-and-death-of-meaning-an-interdisciplinary-perspective-on](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/12257423-the-birth-and-death-of-meaning-an-interdisciplinary-perspective-on) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-05-21*