This concise reference book details the contemporary state of Russian funeral industry. Tracing the story of funeral culture in Russian Empire, Soviet Union and Post-Soviet Russia, the author examines the roots of contemporary funeral culture. Death and Funeral Practices in Russia presents descriptive data on key features of the death care industry based on mortality statistics, law, demography and regional specifics. The first part examines the funeral history from the Russian Empire to the collapse of the USSR. The second part indicates basic principles of the funeral industry in Post-Soviet times, highlighting critical changes during this period. Topics explored include the death care industry, explanation of a typical funeral including funeral costs, cemetery and crematorium provision, technicalities and legalities of burial and cremation, as well as descriptions of illegal trade in the funeral market. It will be a useful resource for academics, policy makers and practitioners interested in the history, legal, technical and professional aspects of the funerary industry.

Book Information
ISBN 9780367721527
Author Sergei Mokhov
Format Hardback
Page Count 120
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 138g