by Jean Delumeau · ISBN 9782213027890
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A deep and scholarly exploration of the history of the concept of paradise throughout the centuries, from biblical representations of the Garden of Eden to philosophical and cultural conceptions of the afterlife. Jean Delumeau examines how ideas about paradise have evolved and how they have influenced society, art, and literature. The book addresses topics such as the pursuit of happiness, perfection, and transcendence, offering a comprehensive and fascinating view of the history of human hope.
Jean Léon Marie Delumeau was a French historian specializing in the history of the Catholic Church, and author of several books regarding the subject. He held the Chair of the History of Religious Mentalities (1975–1994) at the Collège de France and was a member of the Académie des inscriptions et belles-lettres.
