Markers

Markers: 13, published in 1979, is a significant volume from the Association for Gravestone Studies. This collection explores the rich tapestry of gravestone art and its cultural significance. Delving into the social history embedded within cemeteries and memorial practices, the essays offer insights into changing attitudes toward death and remembrance.

Readers will discover fascinating analyses of tombstone iconography, epitaphs, and the evolving landscape of memorialization. This volume serves as a valuable resource for historians, cultural anthropologists, genealogists, and anyone interested in the stories etched in stone.

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