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The Archaeology of Loss: Life, Love and the Art of Dying by Sarah Tarlow
2 reviews
ernestmavis's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness, Dementia, Chronic illness, Grief, Suicide, Death, Terminal illness, and Medical content
maiahhtratchh's review
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.75
Whoa. This was an intense, raw, and completely honest read. I’ve never read something like it. It did not shy away from the knitty gritty and she didn’t try to bullshit and paint herself like a saviour. It really made me think hard and reflect on my own misguided understandings of the role of caregivers. As an archaeologist, I love the weaving together of the historical case studies within the narrative. I believe it enhanced the story and how Sarah was able to process it through her expertise. I think it also presents really important context and opinions on suicide, specifically in a medical setting.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Terminal illness, Grief, Chronic illness, Death, Medical content, and Suicidal thoughts
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