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The Roofed Graves of Delmarva - Softcover

Slavens, Christopher

 
9780578636634: The Roofed Graves of Delmarva
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0578636638 ISBN 13: 9780578636634
Publisher: Bald Cypress Books, 2020

Synopsis

Between the 1930s and 1970s, a handful of writers mentioned old, mysterious, roof-like grave covers in cemeteries in Sussex and Wicomico counties on the Delmarva Peninsula. Their origins were unknown, but they were believed to be one to two hundred years old. Most marked graves without headstones. Since then, the roofed graves of Delmarva have been all but forgotten.

Chris Slavens presents all of the available information about roofed graves, including newspaper articles, book excerpts, and old photographs, and investigates connections to Southern grave shelters and American Indian burial customs.

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About the Author

Chris Slavens lives in Laurel, Delaware, with his wife, Crystal. He has contributed to numerous publications including the News Journal, the Laurel Star, and the Libertarian Republic. In addition to writing, Chris enjoys researching local history, gardening, hunting, and playing bass guitar. He is a member of the Archaeological Society of Delaware, and serves on the board of directors of the Laurel Historical Society.

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Publisher
Bald Cypress Books
Publication date
2020
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0578636638
ISBN 13 
9780578636634
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
102