The Egyptian Book of the Dead Trade Organized by four thematic chapters

Organized by four thematic chapters and richly illustrated with beautiful product photography interwoven with preparatory drawings and ephemera

the slaughter of so many men and horses

fabulous homes and boats

started a family

Accompanying text by Christopher Rothko

The Egyptian Book of the Dead Trade Organized by four thematic chaptersThe Egyptian Book of the Dead is an ancient collection of spells, prayers and incantations designed to guide the departed through the perils of the underworld, ultimately ensuring eternal life. Written as part of funeral rites, these scrolls were often left in the sarcophagus of the deceased and now offer fascinating insight into Egyptian culture. This beautifully illustrated edition contains images from the exquisite Papyrus of Ani, an ancient