We can do our best to push death to the margins, keeping corpses behind stainless-steel doors and tucking the sick and dying in hospital rooms. So masterfully do we hide death, you would almost believe we are the first generation of immortals. But we are not. We are all going to die and we know it. Introduction Caitlin Doughty ’s memoir, Smoke Gets in Your Eyes: And Other Lessons from the Crematory, is a thought-provoking exploration of death, dying, and the funeral industry, as well as a deeply personal reflection on the author's experiences working as a crematory operator. The book has resonated widely since its publication in 2014, captivating readers with its candid, unflinching examination of a topic often considered taboo. Doughty’s blend of humor, raw honesty, and cultural critique challenges society’s sanitized view of death, urging readers to confront mortality with open eyes. Through her unique narrative voice and philosophical insights, Doughty presents a compelling ca...
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