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”The Work of the Dead” by Thomas W. Laqueur
Thomas Laqueur's epic historical survey reveals insight into how and why we care for the dead
Significant amounts of research have been invested in understanding the grieving rituals of the animal kingdom, but literature examining the role that the human corpse plays in how culture is created and sustained over time has been relatively sparse. That … Continue reading
Emma Kisiel Views Death Through an Unusual Lens
The photographer's At Rest series explores the uniquely human need for funerals
Imagine stopping at the side of the road to give a dead possum a funeral, complete with flowers and stones marking the burial site. Most of us would likely cringe at the thought, but photographer Emma Kisiel has made it … Continue reading
