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Guardians of the Soul: Angels and Innocents, Mourners and Saints--Indiana's Remarkable Cemetery Sculpture

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I have always been fascinated with cemetery art, from visits during Memorial Day to photography for both undergrad studies and for personal pleasure. If you share my interest in cemetery art, please do not pass up the opportunity to read and own "Guardians of the Soul".

The financial costs and miles on John Brower's odometer were well worth his efforts in creating such a beautiful masterpiece. Each photo is taken in black and white (which shows off each line and curve in his subjects). My only wish is that he would also list the names of the cities Brower took the photos from, rather than just the counties (I'm a fellow Hoosier, too, but I don't know the county system as well).

Again, please pick up this book. A superb example of not only a great Indian read, but also a wonderful study of how photography taken from cemteries can be awe-inspiring rather than morbid.

John Bower has published several photography books and this is my very favorite. He manages to capture a strong "sense of place" and the selection of photos is really wonderful. This book was a true labor of love on his part, given the distances and time involved.