Семь возрастов смерти. Путешествие судмедэксперта по жизни

Ричард Шеперд explores how age shapes the ways people die. He follows life from infancy through old age. Each stage brings changes that cannot be undone. Each also brings its own risks to the body.

This nonfiction book pairs cases from forensic practice with clear accounts of how the body's systems work. It explains why some causes of death grow more likely at certain ages. It also asks whether people can reduce those risks. The book suits readers seeking to understand the links between ageing, life and death.

Шеперд draws on years of work as a leading British forensic expert. He adds personal thoughts about his own ageing. His aim is to face that process and help readers face theirs.