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 mummies: 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.
General
Is the information for this product incomplete, wrong or inappropriate?
Let us know about it.
Does this product have an incorrect or missing image?
Send us a new image.
Is this product missing categories?
Add more categories.
Review This Product
No reviews yet - be the first to create one!
Welcome to Loot.co.za!
Sign in / Register |Wishlists & Gift Vouchers |Help | Advanced search
