Funny Epitaphs by Arthur Wentworth Hamilton Eaton
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About this eBook
| Compiler | Eaton, Arthur Wentworth Hamilton, 1849-1937 |
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| Title | Funny Epitaphs |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Funny Epitaphs" by Arthur Wentworth Hamilton Eaton is a collection of humorous inscriptions meant to be read on tombstones, compiled in the early 20th century. The book showcases a variety of epitaphs across different subjects, including those on men, women, occupations, and miscellaneous themes, highlighting the wit and creativity of memorial verses. With its light-hearted approach to mortality, the work reflects the social attitudes towards death and commemoration during this period. The content of the book is a delightful assortment of witty and comical epitaphs drawn from various cultural backgrounds and historical contexts. Each epitaph carries its own unique flavor, employing clever wordplay, puns, and humorous observations about life and death. For instance, some epitaphs reflect the absurdity of the individual’s life circumstances, while others poke fun at the seriousness with which society typically regards death. Through this collection, Eaton captures the essence of human experience, revealing the lighter side of an often-taboo subject and inviting readers to reflect on life’s fleeting nature with a chuckle. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Epitaphs |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42634 |
| Release Date | May 3, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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