Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers

Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers

2003 • 303 pages

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Average rating3.9

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I can't believe I have never read this book! This book is everything I enjoy. Snarky sarcasm and the study of dead bodies. I've seen this book over the years, but thought it was a fiction work and assumed I'd get to it eventually. When looking for a microhistory book this was recommended and here we are.

A fascinating study of the history of cadavers and the way we deal with them. From donating to science, donating organs to cremation and cannibalism it was enthralling throughout!

January 6, 2018