The Undertaker at Work

Brian Parsons

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Strange Attractor Press
07 May 2015

English Civil War; Sociology: death & dying; Impact of science & technology on society

Series: The Undertaker at Work

A comprehensive historical survey of the work of undertakers in the first half of the twentieth century, essential reading for anyone interested in understanding an often hidden but certainly most fascinating trade.

Reflecting the rapidly changing nature of the undertaker's work in pre, inter and post- war Britain, this book details the introduction of embalming; how the enormous task of dealing with the dead from both World Wars was undertaken; how undertakers coped with the tragic death toll of the Spanish flu, and the rise of the Co-operative Funeral Service. Around these more institutional historical keystones, the author includes several important burials from the period- the moving story of the burial of the Unknown Soldier; the extraordinary tale of the 'empty coffin' of Lord Kitchener, and the awful logistics of dealing with the worst ever aviation tragedy, the crash of the airship R101. Also included is the author's own collection of rare photographs detailing the changes in modes of transport, premises and coffins that took place during this time, along with contemporary advertising and other images showing the undertaker at work. A further section illustrates the work of a related occupation, the monumental mason.

By: Brian Parsons
Imprint: Strange Attractor Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 178mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 882g
ISBN: 9781907222283
ISBN 10: 1907222286
Series: The Undertaker at Work
Pages: 324
Publication Date: 07 May 2015
Recommended Age: From 18 years
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Brian Parsons is the author of The Undertaker at Work (Strange Attractor Press ) and London Cemeteries- An Illustrated Guide and Gazetteer(with Hugh Meller).

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The Undertaker at Work

Brian Parsons

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