The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning

by Margareta Magnusson
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Good Books rating 3.67
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  • ID: 4863
  • Added: 2025-10-22
  • Updated: 2025-10-22
  • ISBN: 9781786891099
  • Publisher: Canongate Books
  • Published: 2017-12-28
  • Reviews: 3

The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning introduces the concept of 'döstädning,' a Swedish practice where individuals, especially the elderly, organize their belongings and simplify their lives. This process goes beyond mere tidying; it's a way to reflect on what truly matters and to prepare for the future with clarity and peace of mind. Margareta Magnusson shares her personal experiences and practical advice on how to approach this practice, making it accessible and meaningful for anyone, regardless of age./n/nMagnusson's guide is not just about cleaning; it's about celebrating life's small joys and ensuring that the later years are comfortable and stress-free. By sorting through possessions and deciding what to keep, donate, or discard, readers can find a sense of liberation and contentment. This book offers a unique perspective on how to live a more intentional and fulfilling life.

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Psychiatry Resource · 2025-09-06
enjoyable 3.00

The book is an enjoyable and short guide to decluttering and minimizing, filled with personal reflections and shared wisdom. It offers practical advice on how to approach the task of cleaning out a deceased person's belongings.

This book is a refreshing take on decluttering, blending practical advice with personal anecdotes. The author's approach is both practical and philosophical, making it a worthwhile read for anyone looking to simplify their life. The book's focus on the emotional aspects of decluttering sets it apart from other guides in the genre. It's a light read that can help you think about what truly matters in your life.

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    An enjoyable, short book on decluttering and minimizing that includes personal reflections, shared wisdom.

    The book's pacing is well-balanced, with one customer notes it's not depressing.

    It's an interesting read that helps with decluttering.

Nancy Christie · Nancy Christie · 2023-02-21
charming 4.00

The book is a compilation of great advice on decluttering, with humorous takes on what could happen when family members are tasked with cleaning out a deceased person's drawers. It's a charming and practical guide that helps put a home in order.

Nancy Christie found the book to be a charming and practical guide to decluttering. She appreciated the humorous takes on the challenges of cleaning out a deceased person's belongings, making the book both entertaining and informative. The book's approach to decluttering is unsentimental yet thoughtful, focusing on the tiny joys that make up a long life. It's a light read that can help you think about what truly matters in your life.

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    A compilation of great advice on decluttering, humorous takes on what could happen when family members are tasked with cleaning out a deceased person's drawers.

    A charming, practical, and unsentimental approach to putting a home in order while reflecting on the tiny joys that make up a long life.

    The book's pacing is well-balanced, with one customer notes it's not depressing.

Life Organised · 2021-12-08
worthwhile 4.00

The book is a light and worthwhile read, despite the heavy title and topic. It offers a tactful and relaxed process of tidying with end-of-life in mind, making it a valuable guide for anyone looking to simplify their life.

Life Organised found the book to be a light and worthwhile read, despite the heavy title and topic. The author's approach to decluttering is both practical and philosophical, making it a valuable guide for anyone looking to simplify their life. The book's focus on the emotional aspects of decluttering sets it apart from other guides in the genre. It's a light read that can help you think about what truly matters in your life.

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    While the title of Margareta's book might seem morbid, it is not so much about death itself but what you can do in the here and now to sort your life.

    Her tactful, relaxed process of tidying with end-of-life in mind can be a comforting and practical guide.

    The book's pacing is well-balanced, with one customer notes it's not depressing.

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