Publisher's Synopsis
The fifth edition of The Natural Death centre's acclaimed handbook, the essential guide covering the practical, emotional and spiritual aspects of death and dying. Presented alongside a new collection of essays on death, dying and funeral practices by doctors, historians, authors, poets, theologians and artists. Founded in 1991, the Natural Death Centre is the leading charitable organisation advising on all aspects of dying and bereavement as well as consumer rights and environmental matters concerning funerals.