Memoirs and the Ars Moriendi

Area of Science:

• Medical Humanities
• Thanatology
• Digital Humanities

Background:

• The Ars Moriendi is a significant historical text on death and dying.
• Contemporary literature offers new perspectives on mortality.

Observation:

• This study analyzes the adaptation of the Ars Moriendi for the 21st century.
• It investigates the use of this model by current authors.

Findings:

• Contemporary memoirs on death and dying are being shaped by the Ars Moriendi.
• These memoirs can serve as tools for clinical skill development.

Implications:

• Revitalized historical texts can inform modern end-of-life care education.
• Memoir analysis offers insights into patient experiences and clinician training.
• This interdisciplinary approach bridges historical understanding with contemporary medical practice.