Plot Summary

All the Living and the Dead

Hayley Campbell

All the Living and the Dead

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2022

Book Brief

Hayley Campbell

All the Living and the Dead

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Contemporary

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

All the Living and the Dead by Hayley Campbell explores the experiences of individuals working in death-related professions. The book examines how their roles impact their lives, providing a compassionate look at the intersection of work, mortality, and humanity. Through diverse stories, Campbell sheds light on the unseen aspects of dealing with death.

Informative

Contemplative

Mysterious

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

4.3

14,324 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Hayley Campbell's All the Living and the Dead offers a compelling exploration of death-related professions, praised for its empathetic and thought-provoking narrative. While lauded for its insightful interviews and depth, some critique its somber tone. Overall, it’s a unique perspective on a universal topic, balancing sensitivity with curiosity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read All the Living and the Dead?

Readers who appreciate All the Living and the Dead by Hayley Campbell are intrigued by mortality and enjoy nonfiction narratives that explore death and its industries. Fans of Caitlin Doughty's Smoke Gets in Your Eyes and Mary Roach's Stiff will find a similar blend of curiosity and respect.

4.3

14,324 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Contemporary

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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