“Smoke Gets in Your Eyes, and Other Lessons from the Crematory” is more than a memoir. It’s a thought-provoking read.
Author Caitlin Doughty explores the topic of death with a mix of humor and honesty. She challenges our perceptions.
Her journey is unconventional and eye-opening. As a young college graduate, she searches for a job in a crematory.
She finds one.
Doughty shares her experiences, from handling ashes to dealing with bodies of all kinds. She introduces us to a diverse cast of living and deceased characters.
Ultimately, the author encourages us to rethink our modern, detached approach to death and calls for a more intimate, compassionate, and healthier perspective on the end of life.
Filled with humor (the laugh-out-loud kind) and unfiltered honesty – this book is essential reading.