The True Work of Dying: A Practical and Compassionate Guide to Easing the Dying Process Summary and Reviews

The True Work of Dying: A Practical and Compassionate Guide to Easing the Dying Process
by Jan Selliken Bernard, Miriam Schneider

The True Work of Dying: A Practical and Compassionate Guide to Easing the Dying Process
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Author: Jan Selliken Bernard, Miriam Schneider
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1997-09
ISBN: 0380782898
Number of pages: 237
Publisher: Avon Books (P)

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Book Review: Compassionate and insightful book, invaluable help
Summary: 5 Stars

I'd read many other books on death and dying (Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, Stephen Levine, Tibetan Book of Living and Dying)after my parents died in 1979 and 1983, then after friends' passings in 1993. I bought this book two years ago after a friend's mother had hospice care. I didn't start reading it until my brother-in-law was diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor in July 2005. It is such a wonderful book. There are beautiful stories of real hospice experiences that are inspiring and comforting. The information given to assist a dying person, helps one understand the process very well, and it demystifies a natural stage in life. Further, support for caregivers is addressed in a compassionate and supportive manner. This book became my guidebook as my brother-in-law went through his process, to peacefully pass in April 2006. I've shared it with family members to help them understand and gain support. I am so thankful this book was written.

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