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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book takes a close look at the burial customs and practices of the ancient Peruvian civilizations, and the stories their mummies tell. The author begins with an extensive overview of the ancient Peruvian people, their civilization, and the importance of graves and mummies for understanding their cultural practices and beliefs. The author examines burial methods, including the natural preservation of the bodies due to the particular climatic conditions and the ritualistic practices used to prepare the bodies for burial. This book also explores the objects found with the mummies, including weapons, tools, clothing, pottery, and jewelry, and how these items speak to the daily lives and beliefs of the ancient Peruvians. The book concludes with an examination of the significance of Peruvian mummies and burial practices, how they provide a window into the past, and what they can teach us about the cultures and societies of ancient Peru. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Peruvian history, burial practices, and the significance of mummies in understanding the cultures of the past. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332062942_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332062942
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332062942
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)