You Only Die Once: Preparing for the End of Life with Grace and Gusto

by Margie Jenkins

Death is something readers usually don't like to think about. That is understandable, but, as Margie Jenkins points out, that kind of denial misses out of life's last adventure. As practical as it is profound, this book teaches that good preparation for death is the foundation for a bold and rewarding life.

238 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good book, and very readable. I'm scanning parts because I've done this 'people dying' drill before. So some of the stuff I know.
But it's inspired me to organize a program at the library where I work on this very topic. Other libraries have done it, too.
This might be appropriate for people who see the end of life approaching. But it's best for those of us that are only happy when we have a plan. And a back-up plan. And a back-up to that plan. At least plans A-C...