Curious Epitaphs, Collected from the Graveyards of Great Britain and Ireland.

Delve into the quiet world of churchyards across Britain and Ireland, where stone‑carved verses capture moments of humor, humility and the oddities of everyday life. This anthology gathers dozens of such inscriptions, from the witty epitaph of a parish clerk who sang “Amen” through three marriages to the self‑referential lament of a grave‑stone cutter now himself laid to rest. The selections, drawn from the author’s own wanderings and earlier magazine contributions, reveal the personalities of ordinary folk preserved in stone long after their voices have faded.

Beyond the entertaining verses, the volume offers a thoughtful introduction that explains the collector’s method and includes a useful bibliography for anyone eager to explore further. Readers will find a charming blend of history, poetry and folk wisdom, each entry a small window into the attitudes and customs of past communities. Whether you’re a lover of local lore or simply enjoy a good, unexpected turn of phrase, these epitaphs promise a gentle, curious stroll through centuries of engraved sentiment.