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The royal mummies : immortality in ancient Egypt

by Francis Janot, Zahi Hawass

This fully illustrated volume features colour photographs and analyses the embalming processes, rituals, and tombs designed to ensure immortality for ancient Egypt's rulers.

Accession 4532 ISBN 9789774162121 Publisher American University in Cairo Press
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Religion, History, Archaeology, Political science, Social sciences, Civilisation, Eschatology, Religious thought, Metals, Kings and rulers, Heads of state, Executive power, Death, Life, Superstition, Amulets, Burial, Human remains (Archaeology), Precious metals, Scarabs, Amulets, Egyptian, Mummies, Gold, Future life [Afterlife], Tombs, Pharaohs, Egypt -- Kings and rulers
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