How We Die by Sherwin B. Nuland
Reflections on Life's Final Chapter
This book is a contemplative exploration of death from a medical perspective, aiming to demystify the process of dying. It delves into the most common causes of death, including old age, cancer, heart disease, AIDS, accidents, and more, providing detailed descriptions of what happens to the body. The author, a surgeon, combines personal stories, historical analysis, and medical knowledge to provide a compassionate and realistic view of the end of life, encouraging readers to live fully and fearlessly.
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- Published
- 1994
- Nationality
- American
- Length
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- Pages
- 278-304
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 50 Best Nonfiction Books of All Time (Reader's Digest)
- National Book Award - Nonfiction (National Book Foundation)