Mitford, Jessica
The American Way of Death Revisited
- ISBN 13:
- 9781860497629
- author:
- Mitford, Jessica
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Virago
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 128 mm X 196 mm
- Genre:
- Customs
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The American Way of Death Revisited by Jessica Mitford In 1960s America, the funeral industry was under scrutiny for its practices, which were seen as outrageous and exploitative. Jessica Mitford's groundbreaking investigation into the industry's treatment of the deceased and their families sparked a national conversation about death and its impact on society. This updated edition, published just before the author's death, reveals that the industry's practices have only become more insidious over time. Mitford's analysis is both humorous and incisive, exposing the ways in which the funeral industry preys on the vulnerable and the bereaved. Her work remains a powerful critique of a system that prioritizes profit over people, and her findings are still relevant today. This book is a thought-provoking exploration of a topic that affects us all, and is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the social and cultural context of death in America.
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