I own a hardcover copy of what I suppose would now be called "volume one" of "How Did They Die?" Its subtitle is "The last days, words, afflictions and resting places of over 300 notables throughout history." Since all of us will die, but few will ever be noted in a book like this, the book is surprisingly compelling. Each entry is short, and it is hard to stop reading once you begin. The Donaldsons did good work in putting this together. Those who want a copy in 2002 may have to settle for used, but it will be worth it. From John Adams to Brigham Young, this book has covered most of the best-known folks.

I read Vol. 2, and was VERY entertained. I couldn't put it down. This is the best missive on the circumstances surrounding the demise of famous personages I have ever read. I wish the Donaldsons would put out an updated book or even start a newsletter or magazine.

VERY INTERESTING, I WISH I COULD FIND COPIES OF VOLUME 2. I ALSO WISH THEY WOULD COME OUT WITH A NEW ISSUE. I HAVE READ A SIMILAR BOOK BY MALCOLM FORBES, IT WAS GOOD BUT NOT AS GOOD AS DONALDSON'S BOOK