
222 Cemeteries to See Before You Die
$104.20
- Hardcover
272 pages
- Release Date
28 October 2024
Summary
Every year, millions of tourists flock to cemeteries around the globe to uncover hidden stories of their residents and admire the incredible architecture, stunning landscapes, and even wildlife in these open-air museums.
In this lavishly photographic bucket list of the world’s most interesting cemeteries, author Loren Rhoads details the history, eye-catching monuments, and other fascinating finds that make each destination unique. Entries include unforgettable cemeteries such as the M…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780762486021 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0762486023 |
| Author: | Loren Rhoads |
| Publisher: | Running Press,U.S. |
| Imprint: | Running Press Adult |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 272 |
| Release Date: | 28 October 2024 |
| Weight: | 1.16kg |
| Dimensions: | 264mm x 188mm x 30mm |
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Critics Review
“Filled with beautiful examples of posthumous humor, astonishing artistry, and natural settings that rival the world’s best parks. A much-needed book for the curious explorer and budding taphophile (cemetery-lover) alike.”–Dylan Thuras, Co-Founder, Atlas Obscura“Rhoads delivers an exceptional travel guide of many of the world’s most distinctive cemeteries…This excellent title is chock-full of fascinating tidbits about graves, burial grounds, mausoleums, and more.”–Library Journal”[Author Loren Rhoads details] burial spots around the globe, sprinkling in history and trivia that runs from the hilarious to bone-chilling… Halloween gift-givers take note.“–Spud Hilton, San Francisco Chronicle”[A] guide to checking out the hereafter before you check out.“–John Williams, The New York Times“For the macabre-minded traveler, Rhoads’ guide takes you through the most awe-inspiring graveyards in the world.”–Entertainment Weekly
About The Author
Loren Rhoads
For ten years, Loren Rhoads was the publisher and editor of the cult nonfiction magazine “Morbid Curiosity.” She edited the books, Death’s Garden: Relationships with Cemeteries and Lend the Eye a Terrible Aspect. Loren’s own nonfiction spans from morbid erotica to personal essays and gleefully gloomy travel articles. She is a member of the Horror Writers Association and was a cemetery columnist for Gothic.net. She likes long walks in the moonlight and old graveyards.
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