Allison C. Meier

Allison C. Meier, a writer and cemetery tour guide, dives into the evolving perspectives on burial sites and death in her book, Grave. She shares insights into how graves have become markers of social divisions, reflecting class and race disparities. Allison discusses emerging practices like cremation and human composting, and envisions accessible, community-focused burial options for the future. With her extensive experience leading cemetery tours, she highlights how these spaces can serve the living while honoring the dead.

Allison C. Meier, a writer specializing in art, culture, and history, dives deep into burial practices in her book, *Grave*. She reflects on her experiences as a cemetery tour guide, revealing how graves can reveal societal inequalities tied to class and race. Meier discusses innovative practices like human composting and the significance of transforming cemeteries into communal spaces for the living. Uncovering the evolution of burial traditions, she advocates for accessible, respectful options that redefine our relationship with death and remembrance.