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Egyptian Mummies, a Very Peculiar History
Egyptian Mummies a Very Peculiar History Author:Jim Pipe Discover the grisly process of mummification, from embalming and stuffing the corpse to preparing a home for eternity. This title explores the quirky side of a journey to the afterlife, looking at the myth and the science surrounding Egyptian burial practices. Full of fascinating lists, creepy stories and bizarre trivia, this title is sure to ed... more »ucate as well as entertain. Gold, guts and gods: what a way to go! Fact boxes, a full glossary, map of Ancient Egypt and index make the book both fun and informative. The text is enlivened with black and white line drawings and full-colour endpapers.« less