Death and Funeral Practices in Russia

Death and Funeral Practices in Russia is a comprehensive account of funerary history and practices in Russia,based on original ethnographic research. It provides data on mortality statistics,trends in the funeral market,the legal framework,and regional and demographic disparities. The book explores the historical development of funerary practice and the funeral industry in post-Soviet times,including the death care industry,the typical funeral,cemetery and crematorium provision,the technicalities and legalities of burial and cremation,and illegal practices. It is essential reading for academics,policy makers,and practitioners interested in the funerary industry in Russia.

Format: Hardback
Length: 94 pages
Publication date: 19 November 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Based on extensive original ethnographic research conducted by the author, this book offers a comprehensive and detailed account of funerary history and practices in Russia. It provides a wealth of information on mortality statistics, trends in the funeral market in contemporary Russia, the legal framework of funerary practices, as well as regional and demographic disparities.

The first part of the book delves into the historical development of funerary practice in Russia, tracing the emergence and evolution of funeral traditions and customs from the Russian Empire to the collapse of the Soviet Union. This section provides a broader context for understanding the cultural significance of death and burial in Russian society.

The second part of the book focuses on the key features of the funeral industry in post-Soviet times. It highlights critical changes and areas of continuity in the funeral industry, including the death care industry in Russia, the typical funeral in the country, cemetery and crematorium provision, the technicalities and legalities of burial and cremation, and the illegal practices within the funeral market.

This book is a truly unique offering, making it essential reading for academics, policy makers, and practitioners interested in the history, legal, technical, and professional aspects of the funerary industry in Russia. Its comprehensive coverage and rich data make it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complex and evolving landscape of death and burial in this country.

Weight: 250g
Dimension: 142 x 222 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367721527