Representations of Death : A Social Psychological Perspective Paperback / softback
by Mary Bradbury
Paperback / softback
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Drawing upon a rare and highly original ethnography of contemporary mortuary practices, Representations of Death takes the reader through the medical, bureaucratic, commercial and ritual aspects of death Going behind the scenes at hospitals, funeral parlours, crematoria and cemeteries, as well as holding poignant, in-depth interviews with bereaved women, Bradbury has been able to illuminate the very different perspectives of the deathwork professional and the grieving relative.
Illustrated with stunning photographs, this fascinating book makes a significant contribution to the growing literature in death studies.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:252 pages
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:21/10/1999
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- ISBN:9780415150224
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Out of StockMore expected soonContact us for further information
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:252 pages
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:21/10/1999
- Category:
- ISBN:9780415150224