The Art of Memory Historic Cemeteries of Grand Rapids, Michigan |
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| Author:
| Dilley, Thomas R. |
| Series title: | Painted Turtle Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8143-4019-6 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2014 |
| Publisher: | Wayne State University Press
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| Imprint: | Painted Turtle |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $39.99USD $39.99 |
Book Description:
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Details the history of Grand Rapids' park cemeteries, finding that their development mimicked US national trends and changing cultural beliefs about honouring the dead. Thomas R. Dilley begins by outlining the history and evolution of cemetery design from its earliest days to the present. He continues by introducing readers to the fifteen historic cemeteries located in the city of Grand Rapids, detailing their histories, formats, and developmental changes.
Details the history of Grand Rapids' park cemeteries, finding that their development mimicked US national trends and changing cultural beliefs about honouring the dead. Thomas R. Dilley begins by outlining the history and evolution of cemetery design from its earliest days to the present. He continues by introducing readers to the fifteen historic cemeteries located in the city of Grand Rapids, detailing their histories, formats, and developmental changes.