** "A History of Mourning" by Richard Davey is a historical exploration that traces the evolution of grief rituals throughout different societies and time periods. Beginning with the customs of ancient Egypt, this book examines the unique practices used to honor the dead, like wearing special colors and the practices around mummification and elaborate funerals, reflecting the importance of animals in their society. It sets the stage for further exploration of how these ancient customs, along with those of the Greeks and Romans, have shaped modern grieving processes and showing the long-lasting nature of death-related customs. This journey across civilizations showcases the intricate and enduring human need to commemorate loss through structured observances. **

A History of Mourning
By Richard Davey
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** From mummified cats in ancient Egypt to the rituals of the Greeks and Romans, discover how societies across time have honored their dead.
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About the AuthorRichard Patrick Boyle Davey was an English author and journalist.
Richard Patrick Boyle Davey was an English author and journalist.
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