See-Through Mummies

by John Malam

Book Overview

The mummies of ancient Egypt were part of a belief system that permeated the lives of the living as well as the dead. That period in history is an endless source of fascination, and this superb book... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076241586X
• ISBN13: 9780762415861
• Release Date: August 2000
• Publisher: Running Press Book Publishers
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 9.7" x 13.4"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

A colorful and engaging book on mummy-making

I looked at a number of books on mummy-making before settling on this one, and I made a very good choice! The pages are VERY colorful, the see-though sections neat, and the text clear, informative, and interesting. I highly recommend it.

"See-Through Mummies"

I purchased "See-Through Mummies" for my grandson, aged 8, hoping to stimulate an interest in Egyptology. The book is very readable and has many beautiful and colourful illustrations. The scene is set with the telling of the Osiris story, leading to a very interesting and accurate account of the process of mummification and subsequent burial. The religious beliefs of this fascinating people are also featured - as well as many little insights which bring this ancient culture to life. This may be a book for children but I think all ages will appreciate its story and its sheer beauty.