Mummies, Tombs, and the Afterlife

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What is Mummies, Tombs, and the Afterlife about?

Discover how ancient peoples prepared their dead for the next world. This fascinating non-fiction book explores mummies, tombs and beliefs about the afterlife, with a special focus on the rituals and ideas of ancient Egypt and other societies. Find out why bodies were preserved, what was placed in tombs and how people imagined the journey beyond death. Clear explanations, historical evidence and engaging questions make the past easier to understand.

About the author

Elspeth Graham is a talented author who loves writing exciting stories for children. She often teams up with her husband, Mal Peet, to create wonderful books that spark the imagination. One of her well-known stories is 'Cloud Tea Monkeys', which has delighted young readers in many countries with its beautiful tale of friendship and adventure.