The Western view of death as a sad and tragic event often creates a climate of fear and denial around the dying process. Margaret Coberly PhD, RN, offers sound, practical advice on meeting the essential needs of the dying, integrating stories from her long career in nursing with useful insights from the Tibetan Buddhist teachings. Readers will specifically learn about the eight stages of dissolution leading to death and the death meditation from the Buddhist tradition. A much-needed, wise, and helpful guidebook for families, friends, and caregivers of the dying. - Barbara Dossey RN.