Elisabeth Kubler-Ross's book explores the personal aspects of death and dying, which are often avoided due to discomfort. She and her students conducted a study on how people react to death, revealing that professionals can be as human and illogical as anyone else in dealing with this topic. The book highlights five stages of psychological adjustment to death: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. It also discusses the reactions and stresses of relatives during the process of bereavement. Kubler-Ross's work provides insights for caregivers on how to assist and share in the dying process. Gerald Sanctuary and Constance Whitehead's book offers practical advice on divorce, covering legal, emotional, and practical aspects such as housing and children. However, the authors' approach is criticized for being overly factual and lacking depth in understanding the emotional pain and complexity of divorce. The book is seen as slightly patronizing and fails to capture the full range of emotions and experiences associated with divorce. The reviewer suggests that professional counselors should provide more empathetic and supportive guidance. Jonathan Glover's book discusses the philosophical concepts of responsibility and freedom of the will, which are often seen as distant from practical issues in psychiatry and law. Glover argues that this distance can lead to conservatism in both fields, with philosophy restricting its scope to liberal common-sense and legal thought lacking a sharp philosophical critique. The book aims to bridge this gap and provide a more nuanced understanding of these complex issues.Elisabeth Kubler-Ross's book explores the personal aspects of death and dying, which are often avoided due to discomfort. She and her students conducted a study on how people react to death, revealing that professionals can be as human and illogical as anyone else in dealing with this topic. The book highlights five stages of psychological adjustment to death: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. It also discusses the reactions and stresses of relatives during the process of bereavement. Kubler-Ross's work provides insights for caregivers on how to assist and share in the dying process. Gerald Sanctuary and Constance Whitehead's book offers practical advice on divorce, covering legal, emotional, and practical aspects such as housing and children. However, the authors' approach is criticized for being overly factual and lacking depth in understanding the emotional pain and complexity of divorce. The book is seen as slightly patronizing and fails to capture the full range of emotions and experiences associated with divorce. The reviewer suggests that professional counselors should provide more empathetic and supportive guidance. Jonathan Glover's book discusses the philosophical concepts of responsibility and freedom of the will, which are often seen as distant from practical issues in psychiatry and law. Glover argues that this distance can lead to conservatism in both fields, with philosophy restricting its scope to liberal common-sense and legal thought lacking a sharp philosophical critique. The book aims to bridge this gap and provide a more nuanced understanding of these complex issues.