"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."--"New York Times." Full-color illustrations. 1979 Notable Children's Trade Books in Social Studies.
Describes the techniques and the reasons for the use of mummification in ancient Egypt.
Aliki describes and illustrates the techniques and the reasons for the use of mummification in ancient Egypt.