The Most Famous Epitaphs and Monumental Inscriptions in the Greyfriars Churchyard, Edinburgh

By Anonymous and Bishop James Brown

Book Overview

The Most Famous Epitaphs And Monumental Inscriptions In The Greyfriars Churchyard is a book written by James Brown and published in 1901. The book is a collection of epitaphs and inscriptions found in the Greyfriars Churchyard in Edinburgh, Scotland. The churchyard is famous for being the final resting place of many notable figures, including the poet Robert Burns and the philosopher David Hume. The book includes detailed descriptions of each inscription, along with historical information about the individuals buried in the churchyard. Some of the inscriptions are humorous, while others are more solemn and reflective. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the churchyard and its monuments. Overall, The Most Famous Epitaphs And Monumental Inscriptions In The Greyfriars Churchyard is a fascinating glimpse into the history of Edinburgh and the lives of the people who lived there. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish history or cemetery culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104919346
• ISBN13: 9781104919344
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"