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Death to Dust: What Happens to Dead Bodies
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Average Rating:  out of 33 Reviews
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Price: $41.95
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Sale: $59.99
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Manufacturer: Galen Press
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EAN (European Article Number): 9781883620073
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Hardcover
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Author: Kenneth V. Iserson
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Publisher: Galen Press
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Edition: 1st
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Dewey Decimal Number: 306.9
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Publication Date: 1994-01-15
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Reading Level: 709
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Description: Probably the most complete recent book on the physical and cultural aspects of death. Covers everything from embalming, cremation, cryogenics, autopsies, organ donation, anatomical dissection, burials, funerals, decay, cannibalism, body snatching, use of corpses in secret rituals and religious ceremonies. This book sheds light on a subject that our society conveniently buries--literally and figuratively. As the author argues, the topic of death is treated with even more circumspection than pornography.
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Customer Reviews
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Review Summary: Wonderful Buying Experience |
Date: 2008-10-30 |
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Details: Item as described / Quick shipment / Thank you so much / Will definitely buy from you again.
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Review Summary: Scared of death? |
Date: 2008-05-20 |
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Details: Then you should definitely read this book.
This is one of the best put together books that I have ever read oh the subject. Lots of helpful information on what to do if you ever have to deal with the process of planning for a funeral. This book personally helped me after the death of my father. I was able to deal professionally with the funeral home and save a lot of money for my family while making sure that my father's funeral was extremely respectful and everyone came away for the better.
History, religion, taboos and facts are all presented in this book. I feel all the better for having read this book and having a better appreciation of the process and understanding of what others go through in the process of death. While not a happy time, this book will help you go on if you ever have to deal with the subject.
Take the time to read this, you will probably want to own your own copy, or may even want to give some copies to family members. |
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Review Summary: Fascinating peek into a hidden world |
Date: 2008-04-21 |
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Details: I have skipped around, reading topics of interest. The book answers a lot of questions that would otherwise go un-answered. It has caused me to wonder about the invasiveness of the modern embalming process - does it honor or dishonor the dead?
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Review Summary: a handbook for cemeterians |
Date: 2008-03-09 |
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Details: As a cemetery manager, I should understand what is going on down there. This book provides that information. Aside from that, I found the section on ancient disposal practices great reading. |
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Review Summary: Perfect for the morbidly curious... |
Date: 2007-07-18 |
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Details: Personally, I have always had a passing interest in mortuary science. Perhaps this is because what goes on "behind the closed doors" of the funeral home is always kept so discrete...usually for good reason. This book has been extremely helpful in allowing me to have a "peak" beyond those doors, and is very descriptive about what happens to us when we pass on. After reading this book, I feel that many of my questions have been answered, at least for the most part. The only reservation I have about this book is the fact that it reads more like a text...very scientific. If you're looking for light and leisurely material to browse, this book is probably not for you. But, if it's the "real deal" you're after, and are serious about learning more about what takes place when we die...this is the one! |
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