Profits of Death: An Insider Exposes the Death Care IndustriesThis is the expose that still has the funeral and cemetery industries reeling from aftershocks. Industry insider Darryl J. Roberts uncovers how the death care industry manipulates consumers into overspending at the most vulnerable time of their lives. He also tells readers everything they need to know about making final arrangements--including how to save up to 50% in costs. |
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FOREWORD | 5 |
BEHIND CLOSED DOORS | 11 |
THE FASHION MERCHANDISE OF FUNERALS | 31 |
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