Summary - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes: Based On The Book By Caitlin Doughty

SUMMARY

SMOKE GETS IN YOUR EYES

BASED ON THE BOOK BY CAITLIN DOUGHTY

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: LIBRARY OF STORIES

CONTENT

Introduction to the Crematory

The Cremation Process

Westwind and its People

Body Removals

The Business of Death

Embalming and Body Preparation

Infants and Other Special Cases

Reflections on Death and Ritual

Mortuary School and a Return to Westwind

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

In Smoke Gets in Your Eyes & Other Lessons from the Crematory by Caitlin Doughty, the author recounts her experiences working in the American funeral industry, beginning with her time at a crematory. The narrative explores her transformation from a naive newcomer to a critical observer of modern death practices. Her initial romanticized view of death clashes with the often-gruesome realities of her job, leading her to question the industry's focus on embalming and expensive funerals. The story delves into the author's journey through mortuary school and her brief stint as a body transport driver, highlighting her growing dissatisfaction with the lack of meaningful rituals surrounding death. Through her experiences, she contrasts contemporary Western attitudes with historical and cultural approaches, ultimately advocating for a more honest and compassionate approach to mortality.

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Release date

Audiobook: 17 January 2025