Isbn: 9780714150086 - earthly remains: the history and science of preserved human bodies: the history and sciece of preserved human bodies. (12 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Earthly Remains: History and Science This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The authors discuss the processes of decay and look at the myths surrounding the preservation of the famous (such as Lenin, Abraham Lincoln and Eva Peron). They go on to discuss bodies preserved in bogs and how they came to be there, and examine one of the oldest methods of preservation - mummification - looking not only at the famous ancient Egyptian examples but also the earliest-known mummies of the Chinchorro people from South America, as well as others from Mexico, China and Europe. They also look at the preservation of bodies as a result of freezing and bodies preserved in outline form, such as those of Pompeii and Sutton Hoo, as well as discussing ethical issues such as preservation, exhumation and research on preserved bodies. The book ends with an examination of modern preservation methods and humanity's perennial search for immortality through techniques such as cryonics, cloning, DNA and suspended animation. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Zustand: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. …

Zustand: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Library sticker on front cover. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,700grams, ISBN:9780714150086. …

Zustand: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,700grams, ISBN:9780714150086.

Soft cover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. 2004. British Museum Press, 2004. Pictorial soft cover. Book Condition : Very good, like new, appears little read. Previous owners signature inside cover. Covered with clear plastic. Book will be sent by UK postal service. Bookseller Inventory #009151. N/A (illustrator). N/A.…

First Edition. Fine paperback copy; very slightly dust-dulled. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; 207 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 26 cm. Contents; Myths and realities of preservation and decay -- Bog bodies -- Mummified bodies -- Frozen bodies -- Impressions of the dead -- To infinity and beyond? Subjects; Mummies. Ice mummies. Bog bodies. Embalming. Human remains (Archaeology). Forensic anthropology. Funeral rites and ceremonies History. 1 Kg.…

Paperback. Zustand: UsedGood. Ex library, usual stamps etc, rear cover creased. Shipped from the U.K. All orders received before 3pm sent that weekday.