On the Laying Out, Planting, and Managing of Cemeteries

On The Laying Out, Planting, And Managing Of Cemeteries: And On The Improvement Of Churchyards (1843) is a comprehensive guidebook that provides detailed instructions on how to design, plant, and maintain cemeteries and churchyards. Written by John Claudius Loudon, a renowned horticulturist and landscape designer of the 19th century, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in creating beautiful and functional burial grounds.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the planning and design of cemeteries, including the selection of a suitable site, the layout of the grounds, and the choice of trees, shrubs, and other vegetation. Loudon provides detailed instructions on how to create a variety of different styles of cemetery, from the formal and symmetrical to the naturalistic and picturesque.The second part of the book is dedicated to the improvement of churchyards, which were often neglected and overcrowded in the 19th century. Loudon explains how to create attractive and peaceful spaces around churches, with well-maintained lawns, flower beds, and trees. He also provides advice on the removal of unsightly gravestones and the creation of family plots.Throughout the book, Loudon emphasizes the importance of creating beautiful and well-maintained burial grounds that provide a peaceful and dignified resting place for the dead. He also recognizes the social and psychological benefits of cemeteries and churchyards, which can serve as places of solace and reflection for the living.On The Laying Out, Planting, And Managing Of Cemeteries: And On The Improvement Of Churchyards is a fascinating historical document that provides insight into the attitudes and practices surrounding death and burial in the 19th century. It is also a practical guidebook that remains relevant today, offering valuable advice for anyone involved in the design and maintenance of burial grounds.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1843 Edition.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.