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Common graves in Hamlet?

I'm wondering if the Gravedigger used a common grave for Ophelia. If not, would people of a slightly lower estate be buried communally?

I'm also searching for a good book on the contemporary outlook on death.

Thanks very much for responding.

Posted by Tami on April 05, 1997 at 20:40:19

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