more like a textbook but it has some really good stuff

Excellent reference book for Thana Doulas

An amazing overview of all things related to death and dying. Very readable and a must read for anyone who is going to die or is currently working with the dying;

I had to read this book for a class for uni, and I hated it so much. I hated it with a passion. I'm so relieved to finally have this book done and over. The content was displayed nicely, but the authors were very biased in some of the concepts, which made it very frustrating to read. I definitely suggest that you don't read unless it's required.

This was my textbook for a course called Death and Dying. It was very interesting and provided a lot of information. My favorite parts were about how different cultures in the world and in different times dealt with the same events. I don't see people reading it as just a book unless they are very interested in the field or have just lost a loved one.

I purchased this book for a sociology course and I will keep it. I really enjoyed the stories and scenarios.

It was a textbook for a course that I thought would actually be interesting . I thought there would be a lot more information about different cultures and their death beliefs/ rituals but really those stories are few and far between. This is really a book about the white bread part of the USA and people that have the insurance that can afford the awesome healthcare and the benefits that go with it. The parts about, „those without“ make up about 3 sentences in the entire book, which is interesting for a book meant for a Sociology class!

For once I actually read a textbook for class! A lot of valuable information in this book covering all sorts of aspects of death and dying. A great resource for historical, cultural perspectives.

A great overview of what is to be considered concerning our lives and deaths as well as working with those who are dealing with such pertinent questions.

Lacks perspective

The best book I've read on death and dying issues...everything from cultural attitudes on death to the psychological impact of different types of death (ie, death of a child, suicide,etc.), and the process of grieving. Excellent!

This doesn't seem like the average read, but it actually is very interesting. It is a look into the study of death and dying, and the subjects, problems and procedures surrounding death. Main topics include: cultural funeral practices, belief systems about the afterlife, and knowledge about planning and paying for a funeral.