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I Don't Know What to Say : How to Help and Support Someone Who is Dying

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Soft cover. Newly Revised and Updated Edition. Inscribed by the author on the half title page. 247 pages.

247 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1988

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Robert Buckman

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February 22, 2024
It's a really great book even if you're not dealing with someone who is dying, but it really helps me realize some of my flaws as a listener and how I'm not putting people in amazing situations when getting through rough conversations, I really love this book.
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December 27, 2025
This was a very helpful book. Some of it seemed obvious to me, but definitely a good guide.
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January 14, 2023
Beautifully written by Buckman. His compassionate nature comes through the book easily. Articulate and heartfelt, this book is a treasure to all those who must deal with death. Just happens to be all of us.
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September 14, 2008
I read so many books on death and dying when I found out my mom was dying of cancer. This one opened my eyes to her feelings and was a great help to me.

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January 3, 2009
This is one of the most informative books I have read on the subject of death and dying. I highly recommend it!
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