Title: In the midst of life
Description: Just as Jennifer was present at the beginning of life in her midwife books, here she documents her experiences as a nurse and ward sister treating patients who were nearing the end of their lives. Interpersed with these stories from Jennifer's post-midwife career are the histories of her patients, discussions on the circumstances in which we die, and a stripping-back of the myths and taboos surrounding death. We also find out more about Jennifer, as she develops her interest in music and grows into married and family life.
Subjects: Nursing, Terminal care, Anecdotes, Death, Social aspects, Terminally ill, Family relationships, Advance directives (Medical care), Geriatric Nursing, Attitude to Death, Euthanasia, Heart Diseases
People: Jennifer Worth (1935-)