Summary:
The book is a collection of true stories from funeral directors and embalmers, providing an insider's perspective on the often-hidden world of mortuaries and the dead. It offers a mix of humorous, bizarre, and poignant anecdotes that reveal the challenges and unexpected situations professionals in the death industry encounter.
Key points:
1. Death's Unpredictability: The book stresses that death can happen anytime, leaving families unprepared and reliant on undertakers for support.
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