Dara Horn presents a piercing collection of essays that penetrate the heart of Jewish cultural history, taking the reader on a journey through the fascination with Jewish deaths over the vitality of Jewish life. Gleaned from her experiences of being commissioned to write about Jewish tragedies, Horn tackles the disturbing trend of antisemitism posing as historical reverence. From the global idolization of Anne Frank to the commodification of Auschwitz as an exhibition, she uncovers layers of exploitation embedded in the public commemoration of Jewish suffering. Moving through objective historical research to personal narratives, Horn offers an intimate look at the rich complexity of Judaism, while candidly addressing modern antisemitic incidents. 'People Love Dead Jews' raises poignant questions about the subtler ways prejudice manifests and challenges the sanitized admiration for Jewish history's darkest hours, making a radical statement about the importance of honoring Jewish life with the same fervor as its remembrance.