Warum wir sterben by Alejandro Lipschütz
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"Warum wir sterben" by Dr. Alexander Lipschütz is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work explores the complex relationships between life and death, emphasizing biological perspectives on mortality, the aging process, and the impact of microorganisms on health. Lipschütz presents an in-depth examination of cellular physiology and pathologies, drawing on various scientific theories, including those by notable researchers. The opening of the text introduces the concept of "Bazillenfurcht,"
or the fear of bacteria, linking it to the broader theme of mortality. Lipschütz discusses the views of Professor Metschnikoff, who suggests that intestinal bacteria contribute to aging and mortality. Through his analysis, the author critiques popular misconceptions about life, health, and the inevitability of death, gradually delving into more intricate scientific explanations. He highlights the challenges of proving the links between bacteria and aging while promoting a perspective that integrates both scientific inquiry and philosophical reflection on death. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lipschütz, Alejandro, 1883-1980 |
|---|---|
| Title | Warum wir sterben |
| Credits |
Produced by Norbert H. Langkau, Wolfgang Menges and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | QH301: Science: Biology |
| LoC Class | QP: Science: Physiology |
| Subject | Essays |
| Subject | Biology |
| Subject | Death -- Causes |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24618 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-24618-5 |
| Release Date | Feb 15, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jun 11, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 621 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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