The Book of Death Kicking the Bucket in Style

[This book] "tells you everything you need to know about dying, from denial to decay. It offers insights into the great unknown from the people who do know - nurses, palliative care specialists, forensic pathologists and funeral directors. It also uncovers the mysteries and anxieties of hte dying process, explains different religious rituals and beliefs, examines the possibility of an afterlife, and - with anecdotes, quizzes and famous last words - encourages us to look at the funny side of death." - back cover.