Puckle, Bertram S.

Funeral Customs: Their Origin and Development

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ISBN 13:: 9781528715423
author:: Puckle, Bertram S.
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Read & Co. Books
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2020
Pages:: 227
Dimensions:: 21.6 x 14 x 1.3 centimetres (0.3
Genre:: Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Death & Dying,
Condition:: New
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Funeral Customs: Their Origin and Development by Bertram S. Puckle explores how humans have dealt with death and the dead over time. This comprehensive account covers traditional funerary practices from around the world, shedding light on our collective responses to mortality. From ancient burial grounds to modern-day customs, this volume examines the diverse ways in which cultures have marked the end of life. Topics include the role of nature in funeral rites, the significance of grave goods and coffins, and the evolution of mourning traditions. By tracing the development of funerary practices across history and geography, Puckle provides a fascinating insight into human culture and society.

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