Mummies, experts, and breaking science revealed in journalist Pringle's fascinating dive into a little-known arena of human studies.
Perhaps the most eccentric of all scientific meetings, the World Congress on Mummy Studies brings together mummy experts from all over the globe and airs their latest findings. Who are these scientists, and what draws them to this morbid yet captivating field? The Mummy Congress, written by acclaimed science journalist Heather Pringle, examines not just the world of mummies, but also the people obsessed with them.
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Heather Pringle is a journalist and writer who has written on archaeology and ancient cultures in numerous magazines, including Science, Geo, New Scientist, National Geographic Traveler, and Discover. She is also the author of two books, including In Search of Ancient North America. She lives in Vancouver, Canada.
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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Mummies, experts, and breaking science revealed in journalist Pringle's fascinating dive into a little-known arena of human studies. Perhaps the most eccentric of all scientific meetings, the World Congress on Mummy Studies brings together mummy experts from all over the globe and airs their latest findings. Who are these scientists, and what draws them to this morbid yet captivating field? The Mummy Congress, written by acclaimed science journalist Heather Pringle, examines not just the world of mummies, but also the people obsessed with them. Artikel-Nr. 00108025267
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Paperback. Zustand: Good. Mummies, experts, and breaking science revealed in journalist Pringle's fascinating dive into a little-known arena of human studies. Perhaps the most eccentric of all scientific meetings, the World Congress on Mummy Studies brings together mummy experts from all over the globe and airs their latest findings. Who are these scientists, and what draws them to this morbid yet captivating field? The Mummy Congress, written by acclaimed science journalist Heather Pringle, examines not just the world of mummies, but also the people obsessed with them. Artikel-Nr. 00105524196
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Hardcover. Zustand: FIne. No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling; Still Gift Quality. The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; 8 inches tall; 368 pages with Color photography illustrations, Bibliography and Index. The narrative is enriched with profiles of eccentric and passionate researchers dedicated to uncovering the secrets of mummified remains. from the ancient Egyptians to the Chinchorro people of Chile, who preserved their dead as early as 5000 BCE. Pringle's writing style is accessible and informative, making complex scientific topics engaging for a general audience. Overall, The Mummy Congress offers a fascinating look into the science of mummification and the individuals who are captivated by it. It's a must-read for those interested in anthropology, archaeology, and the enduring human fascination with death and preservation. Subjects: Mummification, Anthropology, Archaeology, Death Rituals, Scientific Conferences, Science, Anthropology, Archaeology. Artikel-Nr. 20582
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