The Last Fire At The Bone House In The Spa Fields Golgotha: Or The Minute Anatomy Of Grave Digging In London (1846) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165328406)

The Last Fire At The Bone House In The Spa Fields Golgotha: Or The Minute Anatomy Of Grave Digging In London (1846) is a book written by George Alfred Walker. It is a fascinating account of the practice of grave digging in London during the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed description of the process of digging graves, from the selection of the site to the removal of the soil and the placement of the coffin.The Last Fire At The Bone House In The Spa Fields Golgotha: Or The Minute Anatomy Of Grave Digging In London (1846) also explores the history of grave digging in London, including the various regulations and laws that have been put in place over the years to ensure that the practice is carried out in a safe and respectful manner. The book also delves into the social and cultural context of grave digging, including the role of the gravedigger in society and the various superstitions and beliefs that surround death and burial.Overall, The Last Fire At The Bone House In The Spa Fields Golgotha: Or The Minute Anatomy Of Grave Digging In London (1846) is a fascinating and insightful look at a little-known aspect of London's history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of London, the practice of grave digging, or the cultural and social context of death and burial in the mid-19th century.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.

Author: George Alfred Walker
ISBN-10: 1165328402
ISBN-13: 9781165328406
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 54
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.19lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.11d