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Explore the transformation of death care in this Emerald Studies in Death and Culture publication. The Evolution of the British Funeral Industry in the 20th Century examines how the role of the undertaker changed from 1900 through the end of the century. This book tracks the shift from basic encoffining and transportation to the modern professional funeral director. As the disposal of the dead grew more complex, the industry underwent significant organizational change. Readers will learn how service providers sought professional recognition and adapted to the evolving social landscape. This academic work provides a detailed look at the historical transition of funeral services within British society.

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This book is part of the Emerald Studies in Death and Culture series from Emerald Publishing Limited.

The text examines the historical shift from the traditional undertaker to the modern funeral director.

It explores the organizational changes within the British funeral industry since 1900.

The content covers how the complexity of disposing of the dead influenced professional service roles.

This academic title focuses on the social and professional evolution of death care in the 20th century.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
28 March 2018
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13 November 2017

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