In a world where death is an inevitable part of life, our latest release Lonely Planet’s Guide to Death, Grief and Rebirth delves into 35 fascinating customs surrounding death, grief, and rebirth from around the globe. 

This book is divided into four key chapters: Celebrating, Commemorating, Mourning, and Offering. Within these chapters, readers will discover resting places, burials, rituals, and symbols associated with death throughout history, imparting valuable lessons on how to live (and die) well.

In addition to life-affirming traditions, author Anita Isalska explores the evolving conversation about death in modern society, highlighting how people can seek help and support while navigating the grieving process. 

Inside Lonely Planet’s Guide to Death, Grief and Rebirth, dark travel expert Anita Isalska unveils the unique ways that different cultures cope with loss, showing us that there is no single way to grieve.

Inside Lonely Planet's Guide to Death, Grief and Rebirth: 

• Over 35 incredible customs from cultures and communities across the planet that explore our beliefs and traditions surrounding death, grief, and rebirth
• Special in-depth features examine elements of death in greater detail including: festivals and celebrations; remarkable catacombs; symbols of death and rebirth; the world's most impressive tombs
• Insightful first-person accounts and essays from locals discussing their relationship and experiences with death
• Vibrant illustrations and photography explain the customs and rituals in a gracious manner
• Themes and events featured within the book: Jazz funerals (New Orleans); Turning of the bones (Madagascar); Burial beads (South Korea); Fantasy coffins (Ghana); Lakota soul keepers (USA); Islamic funeral customs; death wailing; the people paid to weep; Swedish death cleaning; Green burials; and more

PR & Media

The release of Lonely Planet’s Guide to Death, Grief and Rebirth is being supported by a campaign that includes:

• Significant media and PR outreach targeting broadsheet, long lead lifestyle, activity and travel media 
• Extracts, Interviews, and Q&A’s

Releasing from July 2024

ISBN 9781837580057
Format Hardback, Full colour, 240 Pages
Dimensions 216 x 172mm | 6.77 x 8.50"
RRP AUD $39.99 | GBP £19.99 | NZD $44.99 | USD $24.99