The Royal Mummies: Immortality in Ancient Egypt [Hardcover]

Francis Janot (Author), Zahi Hawass (Foreword)

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Hardcover: 368 pages
Publisher: White Star; illustrated edition edition (Oct 7 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 885440389X
ISBN-13: 978-8854403895
Product Dimensions: 26.2 x 3.2 x 35.6 cm
Shipping Weight: 2.9 Kg
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #317,561 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #11 in Books > Science > Archaeology > Egyptian
- #15 in Books > Nonfiction > Social Sciences > Archaeology > Egyptian

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Since the major archaeological excavations of the ninteenth century, we have been fascinated by the mummies of ancient Egypt. Written in an authoritative yet accessible tone, this essential resource provides an information-packed overview of royal mummies. The text describes the ancient Egyptians’ belief in the afterlife and how mummification ensured their bodies were preserved for eternity. Revealing the secrets of the embalming room, the meaning of the amulets found with mummies, and the ornate splendor of the mummies themselves, this volume explores all facets of a practice that lasted for more than 3,000 years, starting around 2,500 B.C. Spotlighting such renowned examples of well-preserved mummies as Tutankhamen, Seti I and Ramses the Great, 200 color photographs depict the ornate sarcophagi, hieroglyphics, and amulets that add to the mystique of the mummy. With a foreword by Zahi Hawass, widely recognized as the world’s foremost Egyptologist, and presented in a handsome slipcase, this volume is required reading for students of archaeology and anyone intrigued by the history of ancient Egypt.

About the Author

Zahi Hawass is the General Secretary of the Supreme Council of Antiquities and Director of the Excavation at the Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, and the Bahariya Oasis. He is the author of a number of volumes including Realm of the Pharaohs (White Star). With a specialization in both pathology and Egyptology and more than 20 years of successful excavations of Egyptian necropolises, Francis Janot is one of the leading authorities in archaeological research. Having conducted extensive research, he is a highly distinguished specialist on ancient Egyptian mortuary and embalming rituals. He has published several widely acclaimed books on the subject.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Royal Mummies; Immortality in Ancient Egypt, April 25 2010

By P. Gulick - Published on Amazon.com

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Great pictures. Haven't finished reading it, but so far is great. Half the price I saw it at in the museum in Egypt.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and Enchanting large pictures., Nov 23 2008

By Ms. N. Cintron - Published on Amazon.com

This review is from: The Royal Mummies: Immortality in Ancient Egypt (Hardcover)

Starting at the cover, the picture is so large and realistic that it frightens you. The photographs throughout the book are also large, beautiful, and realistic. It seems that you are looking at the mummies in person. Love it.

5.0 out of 5 stars Mummy Luv, Aug 24 2011

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