Death Redesigned: British Cremation - History, Architecture and Landscape

Language: English

Published by Spire Books, 2005

1904965075 / 9781904965077

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519 pages. Cremation was rediscovered in the late nineteenth century, popularised in the twentieth, and now many of us are cremated after death. This method of disposal required a wholly unprecedented building type - both functional and symbolic - set in a new landscape for mourning. The 251 crematoria in Britain have to suit both the practical and emotional needs of the religious and non-religious, Chris tians and those of other faiths. Yet until now they have not had the attention t heir importance and interest deserve. This book examines the special historical, social and cultural conditions that lie behind them. The buildings - some by le ading architects - often display real architectural merit, and many are set in g ardens representing the very finest traditions of twentieth-century landscape de sign. An illustrated gazetteer provides comprehensive information about each one .

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Title
Death Redesigned: British Cremation - History, Architecture and Landscape
Author
Hilary Grainger,Alan Crawford,Peter C. Jupp
Publisher
Spire Books
Publication year
2005
Condition
As New
Binding
Paperback
Language
English
ISBN 10
1904965075
ISBN 13
9781904965077
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18.4cm x 2.8cm x 24.8cm
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