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What happens to your body after you have died?
Fertilizer? Crash Test Dummy? Human Dumpling? Ballistics Practice?
Life after death is not as simple as it looks. Mary Roach's Stiff lifts the lid off what happens to our bodies once we have died. Bold, original and with a delightful eye for detail, Roach tells us everything we wanted to know about this new frontier in medical science.
Interweaving present-day explorations with a history of past attempts to study what it means to be human, Stiff is a deliciously dark investigation for readers of popular science as well as fans of the macabre.
'Spry, common, sharp-witted survey brings a whole new meaning to the phrase "Life after death"' Sunday Times
'One of the funniest and most unusual books of the year' Entertainment Weekly
'Every chapter packed with more arresting details elegantly humorously expressed than one can hope for' Sunday Telegraph
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Unlock the mysteries of life after death with Mary Roach's captivating bestseller, Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers. This New York Times bestseller is a must-read for fans of Unnatural Causes, offering a thought-provoking exploration into what happens to our bodies once we leave this world. Dive into a world of intrigue, humor, and fascination as Roach delves into the science behind our mortal remains.
Delve into the bizarre and fascinating world of post-mortem research as Roach unravels the mysteries of human cadavers in a way that is both enlightening and entertaining. From being used as crash test dummies to becoming fertilizers, Roach's unique perspective sheds light on the various afterlife possibilities for our bodies.
Join Roach on a darkly humorous journey through the realms of medical science and human curiosity. With a deft touch and keen eye for detail, Stiff challenges conventional thinking and sparks conversations that will leave you questioning what it truly means to be human. Prepare to be captivated from start to finish by Roach's engaging storytelling and witty observations.
Embark on a thrilling adventure into the unknown with Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers. Whether you are a fan of popular science or crave a dose of the macabre, this book promises to satisfy your intellectual hunger and stir your imagination. Embrace the unconventional and prepare to see life - and death - in a whole new light with Mary Roach's groundbreaking work.
Get your copy of Stiff today and discover the secrets that lie beyond the veil of death!
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