Middle Village, NY: Jonathan David Publishers. Very Good+ in Very Good+ dust jacket 2004. Hardcover. Text is clean. Cover shows only light wear. Dust jacket shows minimal wear. ; From publisher: Following the question-and-answer format of his best-selling Jewish Books of Why, the author explores the reasons behind the multitude of laws, observances, customs, and traditions that relate to Jewish death and mourning. The answers to the almost five hundred questions are concise, direct, and unbiased, reflecting the practices of Jews of all denominations. ; 1.44 x 8.74 x 5.82 Inches; 424 pages .