Egyptian Mummies: Unraveling the Secrets of an Ancient Art

Egyptian Mummies results from research done in preparation for the mummification of a human body, the first to be done in the Egyptian style in 2,000 years. Through these studies, noted Egyptologist Bob Brier has unearthed the gripping stories of grave robberies and stolen mummies, the forgotten language of the pharaohs, and the tombs of the royal mummies.

In an easily accesible and lively style, Brier uncovers the complete historical context of ancient Egyptian culture and offers a fascinating contemporary interpretation of it. Illuminating their mysteries, myths, sacred rituals, and heiroglyphic writing, Egyptian Mummies brings the ancients to life.

Bob Brier has spent more than 20 years studying ancient Egypt and is an international authority on mummies. He is a Professor of Philosophy at C. W. Post campus of Long Island University. In 1994, he made national headlines by being the first person in 2,000 years to mummify a human corpse using ancient Egyptian tools and techniques. He is also the author of Ancient Egyptian Magic.