The London Burial Grounds: Notes On Their History From The Earliest Times To The Present Day (1896)

""The London Burial Grounds: Notes On Their History From The Earliest Times To The Present Day"" is a historical book written by Mrs. Basil Holmes and published in 1896. The book is a comprehensive guide to the burial grounds of London, providing a detailed account of their history, from the earliest times to the present day. The author explores the various types of burial grounds that existed in London, including churchyards, private burial grounds, and public cemeteries. She also examines the different burial customs and traditions that were observed in London throughout history, and how they evolved over time. The book is richly illustrated with photographs and engravings, providing a visual record of the burial grounds of London. Overall, ""The London Burial Grounds"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of London, the development of burial practices, and the social and cultural significance of death and mourning in the city.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.