In Memorabilia Mortis
In Memorabilia Mortis, Francis Sherman takes readers on a journey through the history of death and mourning in the United States. From the earliest days of the nation to the present, Sherman examines the customs, rituals, and beliefs that have shaped the way Americans have grieved and memorialized their dead. He looks at the evolution of funeral practices, the rise of the funeral industry, and the changing attitudes toward death and dying. He also explores the impact of religion, race, and class on the way Americans have mourned their dead. Along the way, Sherman offers a unique perspective on the history of death and mourning in the United States, and provides a thoughtful and thought-provoking look at the ways in which Americans have grappled with death and loss.
By Francis Sherman · First published 1896 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Mystery, Romance · 5 chapters · 675 words
First lines
I marked the slow withdrawal of the year,
Out on the hills the scarlet maples shone--
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In Memorabilia Mortis is listed on Textopian as a poem by Francis Sherman, dated 1896 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Francis Sherman
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Mystery, Romance, Fantasy
- Length: 675 words
- Structure: 5 chapters, 82 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The title of the book, 'In Memorabilia Mortis', suggests a focus on the past, and the author, Francis Sherman, is known for writing historical fiction.
- Mystery — Sherman is also known for writing mystery novels, and the title of the book implies a sense of mystery and intrigue.
- Romance — Sherman is known for writing romantic stories, and the title of the book implies a focus on love and relationships.
- Fantasy — Sherman is known for writing fantasy stories, and the title of the book implies a focus on the supernatural and the unknown.
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Canadian poetry · Poetry · Sonnets · clay · clouds · dawn · day · dead · dream · dwelt · fall · fell