Are They Dead Yet?

Are They Dead Yet?: The Art of the Obit by Sam Roberts offers an enlightening look into the craft of writing obituaries, revealing how these brief stories celebrate lives rather than focus on death. Through his extensive experience at the New York Times, Roberts explores the nuanced decisions behind who gets remembered, what details are included or omitted, and how legacy shapes our understanding of a person's life. With humor and insight, the book delves into the cultural significance of obituaries and the broader human relationship with mortality.