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The Anthropology of Death: Funeral Rites and Ghosts in World Cultures

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Why do some people fear encounters with the afterlife, while others calmly accept the inevitability of death? What practices, rituals, and ceremonies are used to give a dignified final farewell to a loved one? And how can we explain modern society's desire to suppress the very idea of life's finitude?

French anthropologist Gregory Delaplace explores the role of the dead in modern society and their impact on everyday life. You'll embark on a fascinating journey through various eras and cultures, discover the secrets of ancient customs, understand the roots of the fear of death, and learn about bizarre funeral rites, such as choosing a bride for the deceased or attempts to cheat death. After all, as the author argues, caring for the deceased's repose is no less important than caring for the everyday problems that haunt us every day.
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