Rather than a singular narrative, the handbook "tells the story" of human mortality through multidisciplinary perspectives, including sociology, psychology, history, and theology. Structure of the Volumes
Covers mortality trends, accidental deaths, and variants in meaning across different societies. Handbook of Death and Dying (2 Vol. Set)
Explores fear of death, historical changes in the meaning of death, and its portrayal in popular culture. Rather than a singular narrative, the handbook "tells
Discusses topics like suicide, capital punishment, and euthanasia. Rather than a singular narrative
The , edited by Clifton D. Bryant , is not a fictional story, but a comprehensive academic reference work. Published in 2003, it serves as a definitive guide to the field of thanatology (the study of death), spanning over 1,100 pages and 100+ essays.