The living don't perceive the purpose of death. But the dying eventually do - only then is it too late for them to return and tell us what it is. I tell you the purpose of death and convey the art of dying.' Barry Long Discover the reality of death and prepare for the moment when death comes. Death is the unconscious part of our being. Cut off from that reality we grow afraid and unhappy. Facing death we discover a new dimension - the full joy and beauty of life. But first we must understand death and learn the art of dying. Barry Long offers counsel for the bereaved compassionate words for those actually dying and advice about explaining death to children. Essential listening for anyone faced with death or bereavement. 80 mins, 1 CD (cdxs, cdzh)