funeral rites and ceremonies

Contains twelve articles that offer a variety of perspectives on the pros and cons of various methods of disposing of dead bodies.

This fascinating book gives readers a compelling look at the science and historical contexts behind mummification, and shows them through detailed photographs and creative illustrations the world of mummies up close!.

The ancient Egyptians believed in life after death, but only if the physical body could be preserved. This belief led to the practice of mummification, enabling the deceased to embark on a perilous journey through the underworld until they reached the place of judgment where their heart was weighed before the gods.

From mummies to mammoth pyramids, Egypt has exerted a continual fascination throughout its long history. Step back in time and see how the Egyptians lived thousands of years ago. The bounty of the Nile River gave them one of highest standards of living in the ancient world.

Describes the wide variety of human remains in chapters: the long rest, looking after the dead, how old are they? what killed them? who were they? and what to do with mummies and bones.

Memoir of Brad Listi, who after his pregnant ex-girlfriend committed suicide embarked on a journey along the East Coast and through the American West, ultimately ending up in the Black Rock Desert at the Costco Soulmate Trading Outlet with a lot of meditations on modern life and philosophy.

Escaping school and family problems in a cemetery, fourteen-year-old Allie begins attending strangers' funerals, which leads to her first real friendship and a mystery that she believes only she can solve.

A young girl copes with the death of her grandfather by remembering all the things she loved about him. Includes information about funeral customs of various religions.