The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning

by Margareta Magnusson

First published 2017

Margareta Magnusson is 80 years old and has a lifetime of possessions to sort through. With a matter-of-fact approach, she tackles the daunting task of "death cleaning" - streamlining her belongings before her family inherits the burden. As she sifts through a lifetime of mementos, Margareta reflects on the attachments and memories that give meaning to the objects around her. This thoughtful, humorous guide offers wisdom and practical tips for simplifying your space and your life, while leaving a meaningful legacy for loved ones.

Genres: family, death, self-help, adult, non-fiction, 21st-century

Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking

Tropes: aging, family-dynamics, personal-growth

Setting: Sweden

Period: 21st-century

117 pages · Hardcover · Scribner

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