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In search of the immortals : mummies, death and the afterlife / Howard Reid

An examination of intentional and accidental mummification across diverse global cultures, from Egypt to the Andes. It analyses how preserved remains provide insights into the lives, deaths, and beliefs of ancient societies.

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Accession Number: 19982

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