Egyptian Mummy Secrets and Science

Stuart Fleming; Bernard Fishman; David O'Connor; David Silverman

ISBN 10: 0934718385 / ISBN 13: 9780934718387

Published by University Museum, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, 1980

About this Item

93 pages, an introduction to the history of mummification in Egypt, written in conjunction with an exhibit.; 8 1/4 x 10 3/4".

Seller Inventory # 20005

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Egyptian Mummy Secrets and Science
• Publisher: University Museum, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Publication Date: 1980
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0934718385
• ISBN 13: 9780934718387
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Ancient & Medieval History

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Synopsis

An introduction to the history and science of mummification in Egypt. Scenes from the walls of tomb chapels, funerary statues, decorated coffins, papyri, and many other artifacts illustrate the complexity of ancient Egyptian funerary beliefs. X-rays and illustrations of unwrapped mummies will interest the general reader and armchair scientist.

About the Author

Stuart Fleming was the scientific director of the Applied Science Center for Archaeology at the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.