The Department of Adult and Continuing Education
University of Glasgow.

This course explores the origins and development of Glasgow's grand cemeteries. It will discuss themes such as architecture and sculpture, town planning, public health, religious belief, funeral customs, conservation and family history.

Includes three guided tours of cemeteries (own transport). 14.30-17.00 Thursdays from 27 April 2006. 6 meetings.
Ronnie Scott BA Mphil £46.00 (£23.00)

The Department of Adult and Continuing Education is very pleased that Ronnie has agreed to offer this exciting new course. He is the author of the book "Death by Design: The True Story of the Glasgow Necropolis" published last June which traces the history of one of Glagow's best-kept tourist secrets, from the original grand scheme for a garden cemetery in the heart of the city, right through to current times. Well researched, highly informative and witty, Death by Design offers us a timely reminder that, as Ronnie Scott says 'cemeteries are for the living'.

An increasing interest in family history research (the world's fastest growing hobby), and the£35 million lottery grant that the council are pursuing with the Big Lottery Fund make this a fascinating area of research. There is a growing interest in cemeteries, and Glasgow University is launching the first ever evening class on the subject by an expert who has just completed a PhD on the subject.

Ronnie can be contacted on:
ronnie@tartanpaint.com

Information - 0141 330 1835
Brochure - 0141 330 1829
Enrolment ? 0141 330 1853/1860
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