num_pages: 152
description: A fascinating mix of archaeology history and medical imaging shedding new light on ancient Egyptian animal mummies this fully illustrated volume explores the important role granted to animals in Egyptian lifethey were seen as equals to humans within creation endowed with souls. By providing vital background information backed up with scientific examination of the techniques of mummification this new book is the first proper accessible survey of this fascinating side of ancient Egyptian life. It is full of amazing images of mummies sculptures and small decorative objects. Accompanies a major travelling exhibition - Bowers Museum Santa Ana CA March 22-June 15 2014; Memphis Brooks Museum of Art Memphis TN October 18 2014-January 18 2015; Brooklyn Museum  NY Summer/Fall 2015.
language: English
title: Soulful Creatures: Animal Mummies in Ancient Egypt
publisher: GILES