The archaeology of American cemeteries and gravemarkers (original) (raw)
2015, Choice Reviews Online
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Baugher and Veit explore the dual role of cemeteries in American culture, serving both the dead and the living, from the 17th to the 20th centuries. The book emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations in cemetery archaeology, advocating for collaboration with descendant communities and highlighting significant changes in burial customs and grave markers that reflect societal attitudes toward ethnicity, class, and status. Through a well-organized examination of case studies, the authors illustrate the evolving interpretations of grave markers and their significance in understanding the social fabric of American history.
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