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Aliki describes and illustrates the techniques and the reasons for the use of mummification in ancient Egypt.
Mummies Made in Egypt ANNOTATION Describes the techniques and the reasons for the use of mummification in ancient Egypt. FROM THE PUBLISHER Aliki describes and illustrates the techniques and the reasons for the use of mummification in ancient Egypt.
FROM THE CRITICS 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.
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