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Death & Grief - Smoke Gets in Your Eyes: And Other Lessons from the Crematory

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Book Synopsis: "Morbid and illuminating" (Entertainment Weekly)—a young mortician goes behind the scenes of her curious profession. Armed with a degree in medieval history and a flair for the macabre, Caitlin Doughty took a job at a crematory and turned morbid curiosity into her life’s work. She cared for bodies of every color, shape, and affliction, and became an intrepid explorer in the world of the dead. In this best-selling memoir, brimming with gallows humor and vivid characters, she marvels at the gruesome history of undertaking and relates her unique coming-of-age story with bold curiosity and mordant wit. By turns hilarious, dark, and uplifting, Smoke Gets in Your Eyes reveals how the fear of dying warps our society and "will make you reconsider how our culture treats the dead" (San Francisco Chronicle).

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Discover the mesmerizing world of the dead in Caitlin Doughty's best-selling memoir, "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes: And Other Lessons from the Crematory." Follow her gripping journey as a young mortician delves into the macabre and uncovers the mysteries of death with gallows humor and mordant wit. Experience a unique coming-of-age story that challenges societal norms and will leave you questioning our culture's treatment of the deceased.

With a background in medieval history, Caitlin Doughty brings a fresh perspective to the funeral industry, transforming morbid curiosity into a profound exploration of life and mortality. Her fearless exploration of cremation practices and the history of undertaking will captivate readers of all backgrounds. Prepare to be both amused and enlightened as she paints a vivid picture of her experiences caring for bodies of diverse backgrounds and conditions.

Uncover the darkness and light in humanity's relationship with death through the pages of "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes." This morbidly illuminating book will challenge your perceptions and shed light on the ways in which our fear of dying shapes society. Whether you seek an intriguing glimpse into the world of mortuary science or a thought-provoking reflection on mortality, Caitlin Doughty's memoir promises an enriching and transformative reading experience.

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