Hayley Campbell
All the Living and the Dead: An Exploration of the People Who Make Death Their Life's Work
All the Living and the Dead: An Exploration of the People Who Make Death Their Life's Work
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A journalist explores society's attitudes towards death and the impact on those who work with it every day. She interviews embalmers, mass fatality investigators, bereavement midwives, gravediggers, and a man who makes crime scenes disappear.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 16 February 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
In her captivating and thought-provoking book, journalist Hayley Campbell delves into the complex and multifaceted realm of society's attitudes towards death, shedding light on its profound impact on those who navigate its intricacies on a daily basis. Drawing upon her personal fascination with the subject, she embarks on a journey to explore the diverse perspectives of embalmers, former death row executioners, mass fatality investigators, bereavement midwives, gravediggers, and individuals tasked with cleaning up crime scenes. Through intimate and candid interviews, Campbell seeks to answer the poignant question: Does encountering death alter one's essence as a person? Moreover, she questions whether our collective avoidance of discussing and embracing death is leaving us disconnected from a vital aspect of human existence.
Through her meticulous research and compelling storytelling, Hayley Campbell offers a profound exploration of the human experience, challenging our preconceptions and prompting us to reevaluate our relationship with death. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to broaden their understanding of the mysteries of life and death, as well as for those who work in fields related to death and bereavement.
In conclusion, "Seeing Death: A Journey Through Society's Attitudes Towards Death" is a superlative piece of writing that provokes, loves, and profoundly explores the human condition. It is a testament to Hayley Campbell's exceptional talent as a journalist and her commitment to shedding light on the often-overlooked aspects of life. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the human experience and the profound impact of death on our lives.
Weight: 198g
Dimension: 196 x 128 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526601438
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