Koudounaris, Paul
Memento Mori: The Dead Among Us
- ISBN 13:
- 9780500252611
- author:
- Koudounaris, Paul
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Thames & Hudson Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 216
- Dimensions:
- 28 x 18.7 centimeters (1.12 kg)
- Genre:
- History, General, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Death is a universal experience, yet its presence varies greatly across cultures. In many parts of the world, death is an integral part of daily life, with human remains serving as a reminder of life, rather than just a taboo subject. Through stunning photographs taken at over 250 sites in thirty countries, Paul Koudounaris reveals how the dead continue to be present in the lives of people everywhere. From the vibrant "festival of the little pug-nosed ones" in Bolivia, where skulls are adorned with flowers and cigarettes, to the naturally preserved Buddhist monks in Indonesia, Memento Mori explores the diverse ways in which death is celebrated and commemorated. The book also delves into the darker aspects of death, such as the genocide in Rwanda and Cambodia, and the dramatic ossuaries of Europe. With its arresting images and captivating narration, Memento Mori defies taboo to demonstrate the enduring presence of the dead in our lives.
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