Found a couple of books on a rather odd subject (but one I've used before) ... tombstones! Epitaphs: a Dying Art is a thoughtful collection of what was found in cemeteries, churches, plaques and so on. Some are flowery and long, some are brief and witty, some very sad. An interesting read edited by Samuel Fanous.

Here's the other book about tombstones ... well, that as well as what someone might have wanted on a tombstone, or final words, etc. R.I.P. Here Lie the Last Words, Morbid Musings, Epitaphs & Fond Farewells of the Famous and Not-So-Famous, edited by Susan K. Hom. Divided by epitaphs, musings ("poking fun at death") and farewells, this was a rather fun read!

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