Mummies by John
Malam is a well-researched book about
the subject of mummies worldwide, intended for readers between 8-12.
Divided into four sections, the book covers mummy-making ("Two ways
to make a mummy"), Egyptian mummies, world mummies, and the science
of mummies today. The book is well-illustrated with mostly color photos,
and the tone throughout is lively. Each chapter concludes with a list of
relevant websites that will allow children to do further research . Recommended!
