Historical Burial Grounds of the New Hampshire Seacoast
(Part of the Images of America: New Hampshire Series)
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Historic Burial Grounds of the New Hampshire Seacoast, a photographic study of Colonial Era-burial grounds, uncovers the fascinating history of the area from the 1680s to 1810. These early cemeteries are a direct link to our past, and yet very little has been done to preserve their history through photographs. By understanding how, why, and by whom these gravestones were made, the symbolism they portray can be understood, and we will gain a clearer understanding of the ways in which our ancestors lived and died. The burial grounds and the gravestones within them have often been called "open air museums." They contain some of the oldest works of art found in the area; some gravestones are more than 300 years old. Through the author's collection of photographs, one can see the entire range of images present in the area's old burial grounds, including grinning skulls and crossbones, heavenly cherubs, and epitaphs that tell magnificent tales. This collection is a must for anyone interested in local history, genealogy, or colonial-era art.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0738501085
ISBN13:9780738501086
Release Date:July 1999
Publisher:Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Length:128 Pages
Weight:0.80 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 6.5" x 9.3"
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