Epitaphs: An Unique Collection of Post Mortem Comment, Obituary Wit, and Quaint and Gruesome Fancy (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Name: Epitaphs: An Unique Collection of Post Mortem Comment, Obituary Wit, and Quaint and Gruesome Fancy (Classic Reprint)
Author: Frederic William Unger
ISBN: 9780484626170

Frederic William Unger

9780484626170: Epitaphs: An Unique Collection of Post Mortem Comment, Obituary Wit, and Quaint and Gruesome Fancy (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484626175 ISBN 13: 9780484626170

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Unusual and witty epitaphs from a century ago, collected for curious readers.

This nonfiction volume gathers post mortem comments, obituary wit, and quaint, gruesome phrases that have appeared in graves and notices across history. It offers a window into how people used humor and wordplay to remember loved ones and mark their lives.

From clever quips to surprising puns, the book presents a wide range of epitaphs, including those about occupations, children, travelers, and celebrated figures. The collection highlights how humor can illuminate memory, even in somber moments. While some lines are short and pointed, others tell longer stories or remark on the social norms of their times.

Witty inscriptions that capture personality and life stories in a single line or short verse.
Historical snapshots showing regional flavors and quirks of language.
Illustrative examples of how humor and irony appear in grave markers and memorials.
Notes on the variety of sources, including newspapers and rare publications.

Ideal for fans of historical humor, graveyard lore, and curious collectors of epigraphs.

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