Mystery of the Egyptian Mummy

Name: Mystery of the Egyptian Mummy
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ISBN: 9780195219906

ISBN-10: 0195219902

ISBN-13: 9780195219906

Edition: 2003

Authors: Joyce Filer

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Uncover the secrets of Hornedjitef--the man and the mummy! Hornedjitef was a priest of the temple of Amun in ancient Egypt more than 2,000 years ago. His mummy was carefully prepared for the afterlife with a golden mask, expensive jewelery and amulets, and two elaborate coffins. But who was he? How do we know his name? What job did he do? Where did he live, and what was his life like in ancient Egypt thousands of years ago? Experts at the British Museum have uncovered a huge amount of evidence about Hornedjitef. They have used the most up-to-date scientific techniques, plus a lot of careful archaeological detective work. Now readers can get on the case and discover Hornedjitef's secrets! In…

Book details

List price: $19.95
Copyright year: 2003
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Publication date: 12/11/2003
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 48
Size: 11.00" wide x 8.80" long x 0.40" tall
Weight: 1.144
Language: English



Timeline



Who was Hornedjitef?



Uncovering the secrets of mummification



How do we know about Hornedjitef, and other mummies?



Finding clues to Hornedjitef's home and family life



What was Egypt like when Hornedjitef was alive?



A servant of the god



The mummy speaks



Waiting in eternity: Preparing for the afterlife



Hornedjitef: The mystery solved?


Glossary


Index


Further reading