British Museum: Secrets of the Dead: Mummies and Other Human Remains from Around

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE British Museum: Secrets of the Dead by Matt Ralphs, Gordy Wright Travel back in time to discover the secrets of mummies and other human remains from around the world. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Travel back in time to discover secrets of mummies and other human remains from around the world in this fascinating book, publishing 100 years after the discovery of King Tutankhamuns tomb.From ancient Egyptian mummies and European bog bodies to the plaster citizens of Pompeii, painted people of the Steppe and Japanese self-mummifying monks, this book reveals what scientists and experts have uncovered about our ancestors lives from the bodies they left behind. Find out what these people ate, wore, believed in, enjoyed doing and much, much more in this unique and stunningly illustrated book.With an engaging text by Matt Ralphs, written in consultation with experts from the British Museum, and beautiful, respectful artwork by Gordy Wright, this is a book that will delight and inspire anyone aged 9+ with an interest in history, archaeology and anthropology. Author Biography Matt Ralphs (Author) Matt Ralphs is a freelance writer of childrens fiction and non-fiction. While working for many years as an editor he helped other writers create novels, comics, and lavish art books, including special editions made from engraved metal, branded wood and demon skin. He lives on the Grand Union Canal in England on a boat he christened Nostromo because Alien is his favourite film.Gordy Wright (Illustrator) Gordy is a UK based illustrator, printmaker and picture book maker who grew up in a small town on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors. He later moved south to Bristol to study illustration at the University of the West of England. When hes not painting and making books he enjoys being outside, be it riding his bike, having mini adventures in the countryside or just watching the birds in the garden. He also has an unhealthy addiction to collecting houseplants. More of Gordys work can be found at gordywright.com. Promotional Travel back in time to discover the secrets of mummies and other human remains from around the world. Long Description Travel back in time to discover the secrets of mummies and other human remains from around the world. Travel back in time to discover secrets of mummies and other human remains from around the world in this fascinating book, publishing 100 years after the discovery of King Tutankhamuns tomb. From ancient Egyptian mummies and European bog bodies to the plaster citizens of Pompeii, painted people of the Steppe and Japanese self-mummifying monks, this book reveals what scientists and experts have uncovered about our ancestors lives from the bodies they left behind. Find out what these people ate, wore, believed in, enjoyed doing and much, much more in this unique and stunningly illustrated book. With an engaging text by Matt Ralphs, written in consultation with experts from the British Museum, and beautiful, respectful artwork by Gordy Wright, this is a book that will delight and inspire anyone aged 9+ with an interest in history, archaeology and anthropology. Details ISBN1788009002 Author Gordy Wright Pages 64 Publisher Nosy Crow Ltd Year 2022 ISBN-10 1788009002 ISBN-13 9781788009003 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2022-09-01 UK Release Date 2022-09-01 Audience Age 9-12 Imprint Nosy Crow Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2022-09-01 Subtitle Mummies and Other Human Remains from Around the World Illustrator Gordy Wright DEWEY 930.1 Audience Childrens (6-12) NZ Release Date 2022-08-29 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:136634888;

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