In Not Just a Tombstone: Life Stories from Willesden Jewish Cemetery, Professor David Latchman, CBE, explores the rich history and cultural significance of this landmark site, established in 1873. Through the stories of 150 remarkable individuals, including pioneering scientist Rosalind Franklin, retail magnate Jack Cohen, and four Chief Rabbis, Latchman reveals the diverse and fascinating legacies interred within its grounds.
Illustrated with artifacts from Latchman’s unique Anglo Judaica collection, this book brings to life the hidden histories, architectural beauty, and cultural heritage of Willesden Jewish Cemetery. The Grade II listed funerary buildings and memorials, which have survived remarkably intact, provide a unique illustration of Jewish life and death in Victorian and modern London.
Hardback
Print length: 288 pages
Publication date: 3 March 2025
Dimensions: 29.85 x 3.81 x 20.96 cm
