1 / 2Now Departing: A Small-Town Mortician on Death, Life, and the Moments in Between
Moments Between: Now Departing is Victor M. Sweeney’s collection of reflections and true stories drawn from his work as a small-town mortician. It considers death-care practices, grief, remembrance, and how loss can clarify what matters in life.
At a glance
- Combines stories from a funeral director’s work with reflections on mortality and meaning.
- Covers rituals of preparing for and saying goodbye to the dead, alongside love, forgiveness, and grief.
- The listing describes the stories as drawn from work in a small Minnesota town.
Reference price: $29.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Pairs intimate funeral-industry perspective with reflective discussion of grief and remembrance.
- At 288 pages, it offers a substantial collection of stories and observations.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Gallery Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | October 14, 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 288 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1668062119 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1668062111 |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 1 x 8.38 inches |
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| Weight listed | 1.06 pounds |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in firsthand perspectives on funeral work and death-care rituals.
- People seeking reflective nonfiction about mortality, grief, remembrance, and meaning.
Less suited to
- Readers looking primarily for a step-by-step grief workbook or a technical funeral-services manual.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as fascinating and enlightening, with an intimate perspective on a mortician’s life. Readers also praise the writing and readability. The ratings are mostly five-star, though a smaller share are lower, so reactions are not uniformly positive. This feedback may appeal to readers looking for accessible personal stories, but it does not establish that the book will suit every reader’s expectations.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the content as fascinating and enlightening.
- Feedback praises the writing style and ease of reading.
- Customers value the personal perspective on mortician work.
Frequently asked questions
What is Now Departing about?
It combines true stories from a small-town mortician’s work with reflections on death, funeral rituals, grief, remembrance, and what gives life meaning.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 288 pages.
Who may enjoy this book?
It may suit readers interested in funeral work, death-care customs, and reflective writing about loss and remembrance.
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