Wells, Robert V., 1943-

Facing the "King of Terrors" death and society in an American community, 1750-1990 / [[Book] :] Robert V. Wells. - 1st ed. - Cambridge, UK ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2006. - xiv, 301 p. : ill., maps ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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Death--Social aspects--History.--New York (State)--Schenectady
Mortality--Social aspects--History.--New York (State)--Schenectady
Funeral rites and ceremonies--History.--New York (State)--Schenectady
Mourning customs--History.--New York (State)--Schenectady


Schenectady (N.Y.)--Social life and customs.

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