Cremation of the Dead: Its History and Bearings Upon Public Health

Name: Cremation of the Dead: Its History and Bearings Upon Public Health
Author: William Eassie

By William Eassie

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The book surveys the history, practice, and sanitary rationale for burning the dead, comparing cremation with alternative methods such as burial, embalming, and exposure. It examines burial laws, cemetery design and risks posed by interment to public health, and reviews contemporary adoption across countries. Practical chapters describe modern cremation technology, including industrial furnaces, procedures for reducing remains, and handling of ashes and cinerary vessels. The work concludes with recommendations for public policy, illustrative plates, and a bibliography to aid further study.

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William Eassie

William Eassie was a notable figure in the discussion of public health and burial practices in the 19th century. He is best known for his work "Cremation of the Dead: Its History and Bearings Upon Public Health," where he explores the implications of cremation as an alternative to traditional burial methods. Eassie's writings contributed to the growing discourse on public health and the need for reform in burial practices during a time when sanitation and health were becoming increasingly important societal issues. His work reflects the evolving attitudes towards death and the treatment of the deceased in the context of public health.