A Beginner's Guide to Dying

Synopsis of A Beginner's Guide to Dying

«A Beginner's Guide to Dying» is Simon Boas's memoir, published by Vintage Books in paperback (160 pages, in English).

Simon Boas, a humanitarian worker diagnosed with incurable cancer in his mid-40s, writes about facing death while maintaining optimism and humour. The book gathers lessons learned, advice on listening and prioritising what matters, and a celebration of the joy of living; it is not just a meditation on the end, but also a song to life.

First edition at Vintage Books, published on 15 July 2025.

For readers of memoirs and self-help seeking a serene and hopeful reflection on death and grief.