Romeo Error: Matter of Life and Death [Hardcover]

Another excellent book by Dr. Watson (Also known as The Biology of Death). Very readable and accessible for those without a scientific background. An interesting discussion of our psychological and social attitudes toward death as well as past traditional and modern accounts of how the point of death is decided (despite modern technology there is still controversy). Fascinating and intriguing anecdotes and scientific studies relating to death in the human, animal and plant kingdoms. Dr. Watson delves into the biology of death in such an open minded way where many other scientists would not dare to consider or discuss in print.

I do not believe it will threaten any religious teachings but rather add insight into the biology of death. There is some very thoughtful and interesting discussion about life after death, ghostly apparitions and some esoteric thoughts related to death but this book is not for those primarily interested in near death experiences, ghosts, or the after life, but rather for those with a keen interest in life and all of its wonders.

Chapter List:

PART ONE : BODY

1. LIFE and the origin of death

2. DEATH regarded as a disease

3. DYING as part of the death cycle

PART TWO : MIND

4. PERSONALITY and the body

5. ENLIGHTENMENT as a biological process

6. DISSOCIATION between body and mind

PART THREE: SOUL

7. SURVIVAL without the body

8. POSSESSION within other bodies

9. MIRACLES and other realities

An extensive bibliography is included (18 pages in the hard cover edition) and a detailed index.

Friends who noticed I was reading about death reacted with surprise and concern - they thought it morbid - however this book is anything but morbid. It is uplifting, fascinating and despite a few horrifying anecdotes about misdiagnosed death (just make sure the person is actually dead!) that still apply today, the book is thoroughly enjoyable. Anyone who thinks they or someone or something (plant or animal) they know may die one day should read this book. This book may change your fear of death into one of intrigue and even hope. The book left me with the impression that death is not the end and life is more wondrous than I can even imagine!

Wow...wow wow wow...wow. Talk about a bombshell of information.

If you are an avid reader, you had better get your helmet on because you are going to war with this one. With over 300 citations in a 231 page book, you are in for a VERY bumpy ride. I would read 5 pages at a time so I could sit back and reflect on what I read before going on.

Lyall Watson's masterpiece talks about everything. Plant conciousness, weighing the soul, sex kills, surgery with hands only, prayer healing, telepathy, curses from voodoo.....and all of this stuff TRUELY IS NOT RELATED, much like this book tries to sell itself on...yet the genius Lyall Watson brings it all together perfectly to create a great case for God.

While I do not agree with the outcome of the book (I wont spoil it for you), I will definately be citing this book HEAVILY in my next book. You better believe it.

..come on people..300 citations..that is amazing. If you are not a believer in God, get ready for (Erich von Daniken's saying) A GOD SHOCK!

5/5
John McAdam, Author of:
"Were Ancient Gods From Other Planets?"
"Am I Mad Or Coherent?"

I bought a copy of this old book from amazon.com market place to get the literature information that tells some experimental data of "weighing the soul upon death." I got from this book a re-quotation of one reference by parapsychology researchers S.J. Muldoon & H. Carrington. But the author, Watson, also writes that "Similar tests in England by Dr. Duncan MacDougall came up with the precise Imperial equivalent of 2 3/7 ounces." And I was surprised at this, wondering "Was there another British Dr. Duncan MacDougall who weighed the souls upon death other than the American Dr. Duncan MacDougall who published his paper on this subject in the Journal of ASPR just 100 years ago?" Unfortunately the author failed to show the specific paper by the British Dr. Duncan MacDougall. The American Doctor's max missing weight data was about 1.5 ounces and 50 grains (45.7 g), while British Doctor's 2 3/7 ounces (68.8 g). If the author's information source and understanding are correct, it's amazing!