Grave Matters: Death and Dying in Dublin 1500 to the Present by Lisa Marie Griffith & Ciarán Wallace

Grave Matters explores five centuries of Dublin's relationship with death, burial, and mourning practices. Co-authored by Lisa Marie Griffith and Ciarán Wallace, this scholarly work traces how attitudes toward mortality, funeral customs, and commemoration have evolved from the medieval period through contemporary times. Drawing on archival research and historical analysis, the book reveals how social, religious, and cultural shifts shaped the way Dubliners confronted death. Essential reading for historians, architects interested in cemetery design and urban heritage, and anyone curious about Dublin's social history and material culture.