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Mummies
by Nathaniel Harris
ISBN: 0531143546
ISBN-13: 9780531143544
Format: Reinforced Hardcover
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Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Scholastic Library Pub
Published date: 1995
Size: 8.25 x 8.25 inches
Weight: 0.65 pounds
Ages: 4 to 6
Synopses
Overview of mummification and embalming including ancient beliefs regarding life after death, rites, rituals, and ceremonies, and the latest in the science of cryogenics.
Publisher's Notes
Explores the process of mummification and embalming of bodies, from ancient Egypt through the ages to the new techniques of today, such as cryogenics.
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Mummies (A Very Peculiar History)
Harris, Nathaniel
Franklin Watts. Hardcover. 0531143546 A former library book with the usual identifiers. 1995 Franklin Watts Hard Cover . Very Good. 1995. ( more information)
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Mummies (A Very Peculiar History)
Harris, Nathaniel
Franklin Watts. Hardcover. 0531143546 A former library book with the usual identifiers. 1995 Franklin Watts Hard Cover . Very Good. 1995. ( more information)
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Mummies (A Very Peculiar History)
Nathaniel Harris
Franklin Watts. Used - Good. Former Library book. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Shipped to over one million happy customers! Your purchase benefits world literacy! ( more information)
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Mummies (A Very Peculiar History)
Nathaniel Harris
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Mummies (A Very Peculiar History)
Harris, Nathaniel
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Mummies
Harris, Nathaniel
Franklin Watts, 1995. Hard Cover. Used:Good. Good. No Dust Jacket. X-Library With Pocket On Fep, Stampings, And Spine Label. Small Spots Of Shelf Wear On Bottom Cover Edges O/W Very Good. Library Binding. Paper Over Boards. 48 P. Contains: Illustrations. Very Peculiar History. Audience: Children/Juvenile. ( more information)
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