The secrets of ancient tombs
Edition: English-language revised edition.
Series: Enigmas of history
Publisher: World Book, a Scott Fetzer Company
Published: 2014
Place of publication: Chicago, Illinois
Language: eng
Number of pages: 48
ISBN-13: 9780716626619
Subjects: Tombs; Juvenile literature; Excavations (Archaeology); Ancient Civilization
Work titles: Tumbas antiguas. English
Description: "An exploration of the questions and mysteries that have puzzled scholars and experts about tombs and burials from ancient times. Features include a map, fact boxes, biographies of famous experts on burial and tombs, places to see and visit, a glossary, further readings, and index"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (page 45) and index.
Table of contents: title: The dead tell their story; title: The final resting place; title: Unveiling the secrets of death; title: Who was Otzi the iceman?; title: What happened to the bog bodies?; title: Why did the Egyptians build the pyramids?; title: What is the tomb of Qin Hiding?; title: The mysterious Xiaohe mummies; title: What mysteries surround the Lord of Sip'an?; title: Places to see and visit.