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The Unofficial Guide to the Ancient Egyptian Afterlife
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Tuck in your bandages, adjust your death mask and join Bastet on her insightful tour of the Ancient Egyptian afterlife.
Tuck in your bandages, adjust your death mask and join Bastet on her insightful tour of the Ancient Egyptian afterlife.
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'Our feline guide navigates readers through the macabre realm of the dead with a great deal of self-irony and humour (think of the Horrible Histories series), which is bound to appeal to children and grown-ups alike.' - The International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY UK)
A light-hearted, but nonetheless informative insight into the fascinating beliefs and traditions of Ancient Egypt. Striking collage illustrations by Laura Winstone bring a freshness of tone to a subject matter that might be ancient, but never grows old.
"Hello my newly dead friends. Gather round. My name is Bastet and I'm going to be your tour guide to the afterlife. Please make sure your bandages don't trail as we walk along."
Bastet is a mummified cat who is here to take you on a journey through the mystical death rituals of Ancient Egypt. Starting with some routine disembowelment and mummification, she explains about the role of the coffins, the separation of your soul, the importance of amulets and the various types of Egyptian tombs. Together, you will cross the river Styx and face the gods in one final judgement - the weighing of the heart. Bastet will make sure you have everything you need in the afterlife, because, it turns out, you can take it with you after all!
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The book provides a vibrant exploration of the ancient Egyptian afterlife through the eyes of a mummified cat named Bastet. Reviews highlight its colourful illustrations and engaging narrative that makes complex historical concepts accessible to young readers. It's praised for its balance of informative content and entertainment, with a tone that captivates and educates about ancient Egyptian rituals and mythology.
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ISBN: 9781800660120
Publisher: Cicada Books
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 05 May 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Cicada Books
Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Laura Winstone
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 230.0mm
Height: 285.0mm
Weight: 460g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Norwich based illustrator, Laura Winstone is a recent graduate of the CSABI degree in Children's Book Illustration. She uses a combination of digital imagery, hand drawing and collage textures to create distinctive imagery that is full of warmth and humour.
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