Do Blackbirds sing in Heaven?
'Do Blackbirds Sing in Heaven?' is a thought provoking work, offering a surprising and challenging insight into how we might find meaning in our lives. The author suggests plausible answers to many of the great questions, and explores how we might justify our existence and add value to the world in this twenty-first century. It attempts to answer, as plausibly and logically as possible, great questions like: Does life just end in nothing? Can 'God' be explained? Who am I, really? Does existence have a purpose?
About the author:
Aidan Devon is an engineer, philosopher, painter and poet with a deep interest in the wonders of nature. A keen sailor, hill-walker and golfer, he has honed the ideas developed in this book through wide-ranging debate over the years with fellow philosphers, scientists, experts in world religions and seekers of truth.
Aidan is a former member of ESB staff. He joined ESB in the mid 60s in Fleet St. working in metering section before transferred to Portlaoise District and the Line School. His arrival in Portlaoise came not too long after rural electrification, a period in ESB's history which spawned many stories. The renowned engineer, linguist and playwrite, Jimmy O'Toole was a work colleague. Next port of call was as sales engineer followed quickly by a return to Dublin City District, before moving to his final destination in Marketing Department. Among his colleagues there were Liam Martin, Johnny Shine, Michael McNicholas, Vincent Keegan, Nuala Hickey, Michael Keaveney, Tony White, Des Doherty and Gus Geraghty. Since retirement his plan was to enjoy a special adventure every year. This inspired idea lead to many enjoyable challenges like sailing adventures, mountain-treking escapades and wonderful visits to far-flung archeological and historical sites as part of the research for his consuming indoor adventure of recent years - writing 'Do Blackbirds Sing in Heaven'. This book writing challenge was the culmination of thirty years studying philosophy and debating the relevance of science and religion in the affairs of man. "It's amazing what comes of long days spent with fellow-travelers, on a yacht, or in the mountains" Aidan tells EM.
