Quaint Epitaphs (1896)

Quaint Epitaphs is a collection of humorous and witty epitaphs compiled by Susan Darling Safford and originally published in 1896. The book features a diverse range of epitaphs from various countries and time periods, including those found on tombstones, monuments, and even in literature. Each epitaph is accompanied by a brief commentary from Safford, providing context and insight into the meaning behind the words. The epitaphs themselves range from clever wordplay to dark humor, and offer a unique glimpse into the ways in which people have chosen to memorialize their loved ones throughout history. Quaint Epitaphs is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in the history of death and mourning practices, as well as those who simply enjoy a good laugh.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.