H. S. K. Bakry; Richard A. Martin — A Brief Study of Mummies and Mummification; Mummies

Cairo; Chicago, Al-Takaddum Press; Chicago Natural History Museum , 1965. First edition. Paperback. Two very smart short studies on mummies and mummification, with charming coloured illustrations to one and both containing photographs. A pleasing set of two booklets containing the findings and historical contexts of significant mummies, tombs and the process of mummification. In the publisher's original wraps, with illustrated covers to 'Mummies&apos. This copy of 'Mummies' is the ninth printing. 'A Brief Study' is the first edition.Whilst 'Mummies' gives an enjoyable introduction to the concept of mummies and its history, 'A Brief Study' offers a series of examinations of the notable mummies that have been discovered. Both works are illustrated, with coloured figures and eleven monochrome plates to 'Mummies' and eight monochrome plates to 'A Brief Study&apos. Collated, complete. In the publisher's original wraps, 'Mummies' being illustrated covers. Externally, very smart. With instances of sunning to 'Brief Study' and light edge wear to both. Internally, firmly bound with bright and clean pages. Very Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Very Good .