Mummies: Dried, Tanned, Sealed, Drained, Frozen, Embalmed, Stuffed, Wrapped, and Smoked...and We're Dead Serious - Couverture rigide

Sloan, Christopher

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ISBN 10 : 1426306954 ISBN 13 : 9781426306952

Editeur : National Geographic Kids, 2010

Synopsis

Mummies Whether it's the tattooed mummy of Peru, the bog people of Europe, ancient Egypt's cat and crocodile mummies, or King Tut, this title includes photographs that allow readers to get up close and personal with these creepy blasts from the past. It explores these people's mysterious deaths and what the mummies reveal about ancient cultures. Full description

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

Investigate mysteries from the grave in this vividly illustrated book, a creepy-fun compendium of the world’s most fascinating mummies. National Geographic’s unparalleled photographs bring kids up close and personal with ancient remains, while Chris Sloan’s mesmerizing text reveals what the experts have discovered about each mummy’s life and death. Kids will clamor to read this book in the classroom or at home—and they’ll absorb science, ancient cultures, geography, and more, as freaky photos and intriguing stories keep them glued to every page.

Biographie de l'auteur :

Christopher Sloan specializes in ancient civilizations, early humans, and prehistoric life. Formerly a senior editor and director of mission projects for National Geographic magazine, he has written several children's titles that have appeared on numerous best book lists, including the School Library Journal Best Books of the Year list and the Booklist Editors' Choice list.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: National Geographic Kids
• Date d'édition: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1426306954
• ISBN 13: 9781426306952
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 48