There are a host of books, articles, and related organizations for those who wish to explore this topic further

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Here is a link to order a copy of my book, published in October 2021

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Here is a link to an excellent website devoted to English grave inscriptions. I commend it to the attention of anyone interested in the subject:

Epigraphs.net

Association for Gravestone Studies

Anyone interested in learning more about early gravestones should become familiar with the Association for Gravestone Studies (AGS) and their resources. AGA was founded in 1977 for the purpose of furthering the study and preservation of gravestones. AGS is an international organization with an interest in gravemarkers of all periods and styles. Through its publications, conferences, workshops and exhibits, AGS promotes the study of gravestones from historical and artistic perspectives, expands public awareness of the significance of historic gravemarkers, and encourages individuals and groups to record and preserve gravestones. At every opportunity, AGS cooperates with groups that have similar interests.

A regrettably-named but delightful and instructive book; it has been re-printed under the title Epitaphs to Remember

A regrettably-named but delightful and instructive book; it has been re-printed under the title Epitaphs to Remember

A very beautifully-designed book of images and epitaphs from old New England graveyards. The author is actually most famous for Spiked Boots, a collection of legends and lore of New England logging men.

A very beautifully-designed book of images and epitaphs from old New England graveyards. The author is actually most famous for Spiked Boots, a collection of legends and lore of New England logging men.

A good, serious, generalist collection that covers a wide range of themes and eras.

A good, serious, generalist collection that covers a wide range of themes and eras.