Stiff

The book provides a rather interesting view on what happens to our bodies after we donate them to science.  I was under the impression that when a body is donated to science that every part is put to the best use possible, medically speaking.  It was a little bit shocking to see that parts of the body went to allowing doctors to practice cosmetic procedures.  In a way it kind of seems like a waste, even if it's a part that someone might not need.

Additionally, I thought the "body farm" was rather interesting concept.  Even if it sounds a little bit like a waste of bodies that could otherwise be put to good use, I find that they study it kind of interesting.  I feel as if the data that can be produced is useful in this case, though, because it can help in solving crimes.

Also, it's kind of funny how the book really attempts to enforce that a corpse no longer belongs to someone, it is just a giant bag of water.

In the book I feel as if this is sort of the "good portrayal" of the medical madman.  The doctors in this book are mostly trying to do good for society with the bodies, and they try to put everything to good use.

Sean