5888
Accession Number
23636
Title Of Journal Book
The Egyptian mummy: secrets and science
Collation
x, 93 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm.
Reference Bibliography
Bibliography: p. 93
Publisher
University Museum, University of Pennsylvania
Publisher City
Philadelphia
ISBN
0-934718-38-5
Language Of Text
English
Literature Type
Monograph
Literature Level
Monographic
Abstract
History of mummification of humans and animals autopsy and x-ray radiography of mummies reveal physical effects of environment and custom upon the egyptians, the remains of parasites, traces of infectious diseases, accidents and diet. The book is written in conjunction with an exhibition -- ICCROM
Keywords
Mummy, radiography; Mummy, biodeterioration; Exhibition, catalog -- ICCROM
pub_id
5888