"Death and What Comes Next" by Terry Pratchett
12 days ago
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- A philosopher argues with Death about quantum theory and the existence of multiple universes.
- Death counters the philosopher's argument by questioning the implications of infinite possibilities on personal morality.
- The philosopher dismisses traditional concepts of Heaven and Hell, advocating for rationality over superstition.
- Death concludes the conversation by referencing quantum indeterminacy, implying the philosopher's fate is now observed and determined.
- The story explores themes of mortality, choice, and the limits of human understanding in the face of the cosmos.