Reproduction of the original: Curious Epitaphs by William Andrews
For many years I have collected curious epitaphs, and in this volume I offer the result of my gleanings. An attempt is herein made to furnish a book, not compiled from previously published works, but acollection of curious inscriptions ...
It is hoped that in its new form the book may find favour with the public and the press. W ILLIAMA NDREWS. CURIOUS EPITAPHS. Epitaphs on Tradesmen. M ANY interesting epitaphshavebeen placed tothememoryof tradesmen. CURIOUS EPITAPHS. ...
Curious Epitaphs
Andrews had an interest in the macabre. In addition to authoring Curious Epitaphs, he wrote Bygone Punishments, which examined the dark history of criminal justice in England, including pressing, boiling and hanging.