TY - BOOK AU - Earle, Sarah AU - Komaromy, Carol AU - Bartholomew, Caroline ED - Open University. TI - Death and dying : a reader SN - 1847875106 U1 - WB 310 PY - 2009/// CY - London PB - SAGE KW - Death KW - Terminal care KW - Terminally ill-Care KW - Death-Moral and ethical aspects KW - Hospice Care Palliative Care Terminal Care KW - Palliative Care N1 - 9781847875099 (hbk.); 1847875092 (hbk.); 9781847875105 (pbk.); This book draws together a range of both classic and newly commissioned pieces on the multidisciplinary study of death and dying. Organized into five parts, the book begins with a general exploration of the meaning of death, before moving on to consider caring at the end-of-life. Further readings explore the moral and ethical dilemmas in the context of death and dying. The fourth part of the book examines the issue of grief and ritual after death, while the final part considers some of the issues that arise when researching in the field of death and dying. By drawing together information, reflection and experience this authoritative text will broaden your understanding of the subject area. The book will be a core text for students in nursing, medicine, social work, counselling and health and social care. It will also be essential reading for all professionals and carers who come into contact with death and bereavement; Includes bibliographical references and index ER -