ISBN:
9780739171448
Language:
English
Pages:
XVIII, 223 S.
,
Ill., graph. Darst., Kt
,
24 cm
DDC:
393/.93095
Keywords:
Funeral rites and ceremonies History 20th century
;
Funeral rites and ceremonies History 21st century
;
Death care industry Social aspects 20th century
;
History
;
Death care industry Social aspects 21st century
;
History
;
City and town life History 20th century
;
City and town life History 21st century
;
Aufsatzsammlung
;
Bibliografie
;
Aufsatzsammlung
;
Bibliografie
;
Aufsatzsammlung
;
Aufsatzsammlung
;
Bibliografie
;
Ostasien
;
Megastadt
;
Bestattungsritus
;
Bestattungsunternehmen
;
Japan
;
China
;
Südkorea
;
Megastadt
;
Bestattung
;
Bestattungsritus
;
Bestattungsunternehmen
;
Geschichte 1911-2009
Abstract:
"Provides new information on funerary practices in East Asia's largest cities in which spatial constraints and the secularization of lifestyles are driving innovation. It reveals common trends in Japan, China and Korea, and addresses emerging challenges such as urban sustainability and growing social inequities."--Publisher's description
Description / Table of Contents:
Includes bibliographical references
Note:
"Provides new information on funerary practices in East Asia's largest cities in which spatial constraints and the secularization of lifestyles are driving innovation. It reveals common trends in Japan, China and Korea, and addresses emerging challenges such as urban sustainability and growing social inequities."--Publisher's description
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