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A History Of Egyptian Mummies, And An Account Of The Worship And Embalming Of The Sacred Animals By The Egyptians

Thomas Joseph Pettigrew

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Description:First published in 1834, this work was an important early contribution to the emerging field of Egyptology in Britain. It united the twin passions of its author, the noted surgeon and antiquarian Thomas Joseph Pettigrew (1791–1865), who made a name for himself by unrolling and autopsying his London home was the scene of well-attended parties during which he would impress his guests with such displays. In the present work, Pettigrew delves into the history, technique and ritual of mummification in a depth that had never been attempted before, notably extending the coverage beyond ancient Egypt to other societies and eras. Describing the beliefs that informed these practices, the work also addresses the Egyptians' worship and embalming of animals such as bulls, dogs and hawks. Based on numerous examinations and years of study, this work stood as a landmark in the scientific and historical understanding of these funerary rites.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with A History Of Egyptian Mummies, And An Account Of The Worship And Embalming Of The Sacred Animals By The Egyptians. To get started finding A History Of Egyptian Mummies, And An Account Of The Worship And Embalming Of The Sacred Animals By The Egyptians, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Description: First published in 1834, this work was an important early contribution to the emerging field of Egyptology in Britain. It united the twin passions of its author, the noted surgeon and antiquarian Thomas Joseph Pettigrew (1791–1865), who made a name for himself by unrolling and autopsying his London home was the scene of well-attended parties during which he would impress his guests with such displays. In the present work, Pettigrew delves into the history, technique and ritual of mummification in a depth that had never been attempted before, notably extending the coverage beyond ancient Egypt to other societies and eras. Describing the beliefs that informed these practices, the work also addresses the Egyptians' worship and embalming of animals such as bulls, dogs and hawks. Based on numerous examinations and years of study, this work stood as a landmark in the scientific and historical understanding of these funerary rites.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with A History Of Egyptian Mummies, And An Account Of The Worship And Embalming Of The Sacred Animals By The Egyptians. To get started finding A History Of Egyptian Mummies, And An Account Of The Worship And Embalming Of The Sacred Animals By The Egyptians, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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