Frank Carlson Library

Presents the most recent information in the study of near-death experiences and after-death experiences and reveals how the knowledge of humanity's "greatest mystery" helps people come to terms with death and grief.

"A groundbreaking exploration of the science of why and how we age and die-from Nobel Prize-winning molecular biologist Venki Ramakrishnan"--

The death of a child immerses parents into a life-long challenge of living with one of life's most heartbreaking losses. Pilgrimage through Loss tells the story of one family's journey, along with interviews from thirty other mothers and fathers who add their voices to the silences that often surround suffering in our 'mourning-avoidant' culture. Hunt illuminates the varied pathways parents eventually discover that open their lives to strength and...

Get the Summary of Margaret Renkl's Late Migrations in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Late Migrations" by Margaret Renkl is a poignant exploration of the interconnectedness of life, death, and the natural world. Renkl weaves together a rich tapestry of personal anecdotes, family history, and observations of nature. The narrative spans from her childhood memories in Alabama to her experiences as a mother in Tennessee,...

"Some people are remembered for the amazing ways they lived, and some are remembered for their strange deaths. Learn about the bizarre ways four people died thanks to their backfiring bodies. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 4th and 5th grade readers with wild content while a 1st to 2nd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It's a roaring good time!"--

" Beyond Death: Living a Meaningful Life " by Benak is a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted aspects of death, addressing its philosophical, spiritual, and practical dimensions. The book delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by mortality, offering insights into how individuals can lead meaningful lives while acknowledging the inevitability of their finitude. The text is divided into several sections, each dealing with a...

By exploring the ethics of resisting and accepting death from a Christian perspective, Nancy Duff encourages Christians to talk about death in the context of Christian faith. Making Faithful Decisions at the End of Life helps readers use biblical and theological perspectives regarding death to inform end-of-life decisions, consider where they stand on withdrawing life support and supporting death with dignity laws, and take steps in planning for their...

One day you and the rest of your close relatives will lose a dear close and important family member like your mother, grandmother or that uncle or aunt that was so loving, entertaining and supportive.And like so many time after they pass away the generations of your family, especially the young family members, will ask you questions about the personal details of their lives in which you won't have answers for like:When she was a child, what was the...

"Cómo seguir adelante con la muerte de un hijo" es un libro de autoayuda que aborda de manera compasiva y práctica el proceso de duelo por la pérdida de un hijo. Escrito por expertos en el tema, ofrece herramientas y estrategias para enfrentar el dolor, encontrar consuelo y reconstruir la vida después de esta experiencia devastadora. El libro proporciona consejos sobre cómo manejar las emociones, buscar apoyo, cuidar de uno mismo y honrar la...

A light-hearted look at the history and practice of "the ultimate human-interest story," the obituary. "What a wonderful surprise-a charming, lyrical book about the men and women who write obituaries. The Dead Beat is sly, droll, and completely winning."- David Halberstam Where can readers celebrate the life of the pharmacist who moonlighted as a spy, the genius behind Sea Monkeys, the school lunch lady who spent her evenings as a ballroom hostess?...