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    Curious Epitaphs
    Curious Epitaphs
    Curious Epitaphs
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    Curious Epitaphs

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    "Curious Epitaphs" by various by William Andrews is a collection of epitaphs left on the gravestones of various people from all walks of life. From the amusing to the peculiar, Andrews has compiled this collection to entertain readers and honor the memories of the men and women who are immortalized by these words. Businessmen, actors, soldiers, artists, and more are all represented in these pages.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherGood Press
    Release dateDec 6, 2019
    ISBN4064066236427
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