Thomas Lynch is a funeral director and the author of several books of essays, poems, and short stories. His book, "The Undertaking: Life Studies from the Dismal Trade" won an American Book Award and was a finalist for the National Book Award. His work has been the subject of two documentary films including the Emmy Award-winning "The Undertaking" (PBS Frontline, 2007). Visit his website at www.thomaslynch.com.