Making Space for the Dead: Catacombs, Cemeteries, and the Reimagining of Paris, 1780–1830

Name: Making Space for the Dead: Catacombs, Cemeteries, and the Reimagining of Paris, 1780–1830
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Book Synopsis: The dead of Paris, before the French Revolution, were most often consigned to mass graveyards that contemporaries described as terrible and terrifying, emitting "putrid miasmas" that were a threat to both health and dignity. In a book that is at once wonderfully macabre and exceptionally informative, Erin-Marie Legacey explores how a new burial culture emerged in Paris as a result of both revolutionary fervor and public health concerns, resulting in the construction of park-like cemeteries on the outskirts of the city and a vast underground ossuary. Making Space for the Dead describes how revolutionaries placed the dead at the center of their republican project of radical reinvention of French society and envisioned a future where graveyards would do more than safely contain human remains; they would serve to educate and inspire the living. Legacey unearths the unexpectedly lively process by which burial sites were reimagined, built, and used, focusing on three of the most important of these new spaces: the Paris Catacombs, Père Lachaise cemetery, and the short-lived Museum of French Monuments. By situating discussions of death and memory in the nation's broader cultural and political context, as well as highlighting how ordinary Parisians understood and experienced these sites, she shows how the treatment of the dead became central to the reconstruction of Parisian society after the Revolution.

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Unlock the fascinating history of Paris with "Making Space for the Dead: Catacombs, Cemeteries, and the Reimagining of Paris, 1780–1830." Delve into a world of macabre discoveries and informative insights as Erin-Marie Legacey explores how the burial culture in Paris was revolutionized during this critical period. This remarkable book takes you on a journey through the construction of park-like cemeteries and the creation of an awe-inspiring underground ossuary, providing a unique perspective on the city's past.

Discover a side of Paris that few have encountered. The author reveals how revolutionary fervor and public health concerns paved the way for a complete reinvention of burial practices. No longer were the dead confined to grim mass graveyards emitting putrid odors, as revolutionaries placed them at the heart of their republican project. These new burial grounds were designed not only to contain human remains but to educate and inspire the living, setting the stage for a society reborn.

Immerse yourself in the stories of the iconic Paris Catacombs, the serene Père Lachaise cemetery, and the fleeting Museum of French Monuments. Legacey uncovers the captivating process behind the reimagination, construction, and utilization of these remarkable spaces. Through her vivid narrative, she unveils how these sites reflected the cultural and political context of the nation, allowing you to grasp the significance of the treatment of the dead in the rebuilding of Parisian society post-Revolution.

Experience the allure of the past as you journey through the pages of "Making Space for the Dead." Don't miss this opportunity to gain new insights into the history and transformation of Paris. Make a connection with the lives and stories that have shaped the city we know today. Open this extraordinary book and embark on an unforgettable exploration of the catacombs, cemeteries, and the reimagining of Paris.

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