How We Die
by Sherwin B. Nuland
A surgeon describes exactly how heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's, accidents and age end life. National Book Award; unflinching and humane.
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you want the physical truth of dying.
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you want comfort first.
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Three things you will actually use
- Dying is rarely peaceful.
- Know the process.
- Dignity lies in the life.
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Read the chapter on heart disease.
Our verdict
Nuland on dying.
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