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The fascinating history of cemeteries

Keith Eggener · TED

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Spindly trees, rusted gates, crumbling stone, a solitary mourner: these things come to mind when we think of cemeteries. But not long ago, many burial grounds were lively places, with gardens and crowds of people -- and for much of human history, we didn't bury our dead at all. How did cemeteries become what they are today? Keith Eggener delves into our ever-evolving rituals for honoring the dead. [TED-Ed Animation by Remus & Kiki].

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Institution
TED
Department
TED-Ed
Speaker
Keith Eggener
Year
2018
Level
For everyone
Language
English
Subjects
History
Source
TED
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