Spontaneous Shrines and the Public Memorialization of Death
| Author | : J. Santino |
| Publisher | : Springer |
| Total Pages | : 356 |
| Release | : 2016-04-30 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781137120212 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1137120215 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (215 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Spontaneous Shrines and the Public Memorialization of Death by : J. Santino
Download or read book Spontaneous Shrines and the Public Memorialization of Death written by J. Santino and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-04-30 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an edited volume of approximately 17 essays that deal with various types of spontaneous shrines and other, related public memorializations of death. The articles address events such as New York after 9/11; roadside crosses, and the use of 'Day of the Dead' altars to bring attention to deceased undocumented immigrants.
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