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The Chick And The Dead: Life And Death Behind Mortuary Doors,Used
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Carla Valentine Works With The Dead. After Studying Forensics, She Assisted Pathologists With Postmortems For Years Before Becoming The Curator Of The Worlds Most Famous Pathology Museum. When It Comes To Death, She Truly Is An Expert, And In This Book She Shares That Expertise.Using The Most Common Postmortem Process As The Backbone Of The Narrative, The Chick And The Dead Takes The Reader Through The Process Of An Autopsy While Also Describing The History And Changing Cultures Of Our Relationship With The Dead. The Book Is Full Of Vivid Insight Into What Happens To Our Bodies In The End. Each Chapter Considers An Aspect Of An Autopsy Alongside An Aspect Of Carlas Own Life And Work And Touches On Some Of The More Controversial Aspects Of Our Feelings Towards Death, Including The Relationship Between Sex And Death And Our Attitudes Toward Human Tissue Collection.Starting With The First Cut, We Move From External Examination Into The Body Itself, Discovering More About The Heart, Stomach And Brain, And Into Dismembered And Reconstructed Bodies, At Each Stage Taking A Colorful Detour Into The Question Of What These Things Can Teach Us About The Living. Join Carla On The Journey From Microscoperequesting Nineyearold To Pathology Educator And Death Engager At A Victorian Museum (A Journey Made Via Around 5,000 Autopsies) As She Tells The Story Of Exactly What Its Like To Live A Life Immersed In Death.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Chick and the Dead' about? A: 'The Chick and the Dead' is a memoir by Carla Valentine, detailing her experiences working with the dead in pathology. It explores the post-mortem process and discusses the changing cultural relationship with death through personal anecdotes and professional insights.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Chick and the Dead' is Carla Valentine, a forensic expert and curator of a renowned pathology museum.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the autopsy process, insights into human anatomy, and cultural attitudes toward death. The book blends personal stories with factual information about the field of pathology.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in forensics? A: Yes, 'The Chick and the Dead' is suitable for anyone interested in forensics, as it provides a detailed look at the post-mortem process and the author’s experiences in the field.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: 'The Chick and the Dead' has a total of 304 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Chick and the Dead' was published on June 13, 2017.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: While there is no specific age restriction, 'The Chick and the Dead' is best suited for adult readers or mature teens due to its themes surrounding death and forensics.
- Q: Does this book include personal stories from the author? A: Yes, Carla Valentine includes personal stories that reflect her journey in the field of pathology alongside professional insights into autopsies and death.
- Q: Are there any controversial topics addressed in the book? A: Yes, the book touches on controversial themes related to death, such as the relationship between sex and death, and societal attitudes toward human tissue collection.