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Describes how the body of a wealthy merchant in ancient Egypt would be mummified and readied for the afterlife.

An overview of ancient Egypt that covers mummies, pyramids, religion, funerals, and daily life as well as tomb discoveries and raiding. Includes a list of museums and sources for further research

Describes the ancient Egyptian practice of preserving the dead through the process of mummification and explains what scientists have learned from unwrapping and examining mummies.

Documents the history and significance of mummies, both natural and man-made, and describes the principles and ceremonies associated with them.

"It took 70 days to prepare a pharaoh's body for burial. First, the organs had to be removed from the body. Only the heart was left because Egyptians believed that it contained the soul."--BOOK JACKET.

"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about King Tut's tomb. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

Text and photographs examine the mummies and tombs of ancient Egypt as well as the everyday life.

"Featuring clear pages that allow the reader to glimpse beneath the surface, See-through mummies will show you the secrets, legends, methods, and the exact step-by-step science of the practice of creating ancient mummies ..."

This book introduces ancient Egypt (3110 B.C.-30 B.C.), presenting information on their pharaohs, agriculture, daily life, pyramid building, hieroglyphics, and mummification.

Presents a humorous account of what it might have been like to live in ancient Egypt in the time of Tutankhamen, providing an introduction to the royal family, and discussing religion, childhood, entertainment, mummification, and the discovery of King Tut's tomb.