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Short Stuff: Père-Lachaise Cemetery

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Père-Lachaise: A Cemetery Revolution

This chapter examines the historical significance of Père-Lachaise Cemetery, discussing its innovative design as a landscaped burial ground initiated by Napoleon. It also highlights the intense demand for plots, the rising costs associated, and introduces the notable figures interred within its grounds.

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