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Mummies Made in Egypt

by Aliki
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Overview

Aliki describes and illustrates the techniques and the reasons for the use of mummification in ancient Egypt.

Describes the techniques and the reasons for the use of mummification in ancient Egypt.

Synopsis

Aliki describes and illustrates the techniques and the reasons for the use of mummification in ancient Egypt.

New York Times

A fine source (describes Egyptian gods and goddesses of the dead; explains the symbols and foundation of the belief in the afterlife; (and presents the elaborate rituals (and methods of mummification. . . . The art is stunning, the text uncompromisingly informative and clear".

About the Author, Aliki

Aliki has written and illustrated many books, both fiction and nonfiction, loved by readers throughout the world. The books were inspired by a word, an experience, or the desire to find out. Aliki says, "I'm not so great at pushing buttons, but I know things happen when you do." Aliki lives in London, England.

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New York Times

A fine source (describes Egyptian gods and goddesses of the dead; explains the symbols and foundation of the belief in the afterlife; (and presents the elaborate rituals (and methods of mummification. . . . The art is stunning, the text uncompromisingly informative and clear".

Children's Literature - Debra Briatico

Using simple language and detailed, labeled illustrations, this book explains the step-by-step process involved in preserving the dead. In addition to describing the methods and rituals involved in mummification, the author also discusses Egyptian gods and goddesses of the dead and the symbols and foundation of the Egyptian belief in the afterlife.

Book Details

Published
September 1, 1985
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Pages
32
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780064460118

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