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The Lost Art Of Dying: Reviving Forgotten Wisdom,Used
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A Columbia University Physician Comes Across A Popular Medieval Text On Dying Well Written After The Horror Of The Black Plague And Discovers Ancient Wisdom For Rethinking Death And Gaining Insight Today On How We Can Learn The Lost Art Of Dying Well In This Wise, Cleareyed Book That Is As Compelling And Soulful As Being Mortal, When Breath Becomes Air, And Smoke Gets In Your Eyes.As A Specialist In Both Medical Ethics And The Treatment Of Older Patients, Dr. L. S. Dugdale Knows A Great Deal About The End Of Life. Far Too Many Of Us Die Poorly, She Argues. Our Culture Has Overly Medicalized Death: Dying Is Often Institutional And Sterile, Prolonged By Unnecessary Resuscitations And Other Intrusive Interventions. We Are Not Going Gently Into That Good Nightour Reliance On Modern Medicine Can Actually Prolong Suffering And Strip Us Of Our Dignity. Yet Our Lives Do Not Have To End This Way.Centuries Ago, In The Wake Of The Black Plague, A Text Was Published Offering Advice To Help The Living Prepare For A Good Death. Written During The Late Middle Ages, Ars Moriendithe Art Of Dyingmade Clear That To Die Well, One First Had To Live Well And Described What Practices Best Help Us Prepare. When Dugdale Discovered This Medieval Book, It Was A Revelation. Inspired By Its Holistic Approach To The Final Stage We Must All One Day Face, She Draws From This Forgotten Work, Combining Its Wisdom With The Knowledge She Has Gleaned From Her Long Medical Career. The Lost Art Of Dying Is A Twentyfirst Century Ars Moriendi, Filled With Muchneeded Insight And Thoughtful Guidance That Will Change Our Perceptions. By Recovering Our Sense Of Finitude, Confronting Our Fears, Accepting How Our Bodies Age, Developing Meaningful Rituals, And Involving Our Communities In Endoflife Care, We Can Discover What It Means To Both Live And Die Well. And Like The Original Ars Moriendi, The Lost Art Of Dying Includes Nine Blackandwhite Drawings From Artist Michael W. Dugger.Dr. Dugdale Offers A Hopeful Perspective On Death And Dying As She Shows Us How To Adapt The Wisdom From The Past To Our Lives Today. The Lost Art Of Dying Is A Vital, Affecting Book That Reconsiders Death, Death Culture, And How We Can Transform How We Live Each Day, Including Our Last.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Lost Art of Dying'? A: 'The Lost Art of Dying' explores the ancient wisdom of dying well, emphasizing that to die well, one must first live well. It combines insights from a medieval text on dying with modern medical knowledge to offer guidance on confronting death with dignity.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Lost Art of Dying'? A: The author of 'The Lost Art of Dying' is Dr. L. S. Dugdale, a physician specializing in medical ethics and the care of older patients.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Lost Art of Dying' is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Lost Art of Dying'? A: The book has a total of 272 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its themes and insights.
- Q: When was 'The Lost Art of Dying' published? A: 'The Lost Art of Dying' was published on July 7, 2020.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in the book? A: Key topics include the medicalization of death, the importance of meaningful rituals, confronting fears of aging, and how to involve communities in end-of-life care.
- Q: Does 'The Lost Art of Dying' include illustrations? A: Yes, the book features nine black-and-white drawings by artist Michael W. Dugger, which complement the text.
- Q: What is the intended audience for 'The Lost Art of Dying'? A: The book is intended for anyone interested in understanding death from a holistic perspective, including caregivers, family members, and individuals seeking to rethink their approach to dying.
- Q: How does 'The Lost Art of Dying' relate to modern death culture? A: Dr. Dugdale critiques modern death culture by highlighting how it often prolongs suffering and strip individuals of dignity, while advocating for a more thoughtful and connected approach to dying.
- Q: Can 'The Lost Art of Dying' provide practical advice for end-of-life care? A: Yes, the book offers practical insights and guidance on preparing for a good death, drawing from both historical wisdom and contemporary medical ethics.