The Art of Condolence: What to Write, What to Say, What to Do at a Time of Loss

by Leonard Zunin, Hilary Stanton Zunin

Offers advice on how to assuage the grief of a friend or relative with grace and understanding, whether by word, letter, or deed

268 pages, Hardcover

First published June 1, 1991

Reviews

[Anna · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a decent guide to helping others grieve. The book focuses a lot on how to write meaningful notes and letters to people in grief, which is useful in a general sense, but perhaps less helpful in a therapeutic setting. This would be an excellent guide for a client who wants to know how to support a loved one experiencing loss.

[Alexandria Leon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredibly helpful and surprisingly specific at times. I read this to better comfort a family who lost a son.

I recommend this book to anyone who might find themselves wondering how to help someone who is grieving, or anyone simply looking for the right words to say. Since death is inevitable, this recommendation extends to everyone.

[Leeann · Rating 5 out of 5]

A thoughtful collection on how to communicate and support with someone who has experienced loss. I appreciate the various scenarios, which also include children.

[MaryLee Robinson, Author, The Widow or Widower Next Door · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very sage advice about how to REALLY help a griever.