A Journey Through Death and Burial Practices

This chapter examines the deep, personal relationship with death shaped by early experiences in a cemetery, contrasting it with the general American distance from mortality. It traces the evolution of burial practices in the 18th century, addressing the impact of urban growth and industrialization on traditional family cemeteries, while highlighting historical theories and cultural changes surrounding death. The discussion emphasizes the transition to modern cemeteries and how perceptions of death and nature have evolved over time, influenced by both public health concerns and romanticism.