Modern Cremation

""Modern Cremation: Its History and Practice"" is a book written by Henry Thompson and first published in 1891. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and practice of cremation, including the cultural and religious attitudes towards the practice throughout history. Thompson also discusses the technical aspects of cremation, such as the design and operation of cremation furnaces and the chemical processes involved in the combustion of the body. The book includes a detailed description of the cremation process from start to finish, as well as a discussion of the practical and legal considerations involved in the practice. Overall, ""Modern Cremation"" is an informative and detailed exploration of the history and practice of cremation, offering valuable insights into a topic that is still relevant today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.