Publisher's Synopsis
The Mummy: A Handbook of Egyptian Funerary Archaeology is a comprehensive guide to the ancient Egyptian practice of mummification and the rituals and beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife. Written by renowned Egyptologist E. A. Wallis Budge, this book covers every aspect of the funerary process, from the preparation of the body to the construction of tombs and the role of funerary gods and goddesses.The book begins with an overview of the history of mummification, including the different methods used in different time periods and regions. It then goes on to describe the various stages of the mummification process, from the removal of the brain and internal organs to the wrapping of the body in linen and the application of amulets and other protective charms.The second half of the book focuses on the funerary rituals and beliefs of ancient Egypt, including the importance of the Book of the Dead and the role of the gods and goddesses in the afterlife. Budge provides detailed descriptions of the various spells and incantations used in funerary rituals, as well as the symbolism of the different amulets and other objects placed in tombs.Throughout the book, Budge draws on his extensive knowledge of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and texts, providing translations and interpretations of key passages. The Mummy: A Handbook of Egyptian Funerary Archaeology is an essential resource for anyone interested in the ancient Egyptian practice of mummification and the beliefs and rituals surrounding death and the afterlife.1893. This volume exhaustively discusses the details of mummies in Egyptian society. Preservation of the body was the chief end and aim of every Egyptian who wished to attain everlasting life. It is to the cult of the dead, the predominant feature of which was the preservation of the mummy, that we owe most of our knowledge of the Egyptians for a period of about 5,000 years. Egypt lives again through its dead and Budge gives the reader a complete picture of mummies and their history. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
