EARTHLY REMAINS: The History and Science of Preserved Human Bodies - From ancient Egyptian mummies to twentieth-century politicians, the preserved remains of other human beings hold a special fascination for the living. The book explores the history and science behind such phenomena as:

The bodies of Abraham Lincoln, Lenin, Eva Peron and other famous politicians, embalmed and displayed for political ends.

Bog bodies, including the famous Lindow Man - how and why did they meet their fate?

Mummies from Ancient Egypt and even earlier examples from South America

Frozen corpses, such as the 5000-year-old Tyrolean Ice Man

Bodies preserved in outline form, including those of Pompeii and Sutton Hoo

Cryonics, embalming and other modern preservation techniques

Condition: Good - Authors: Andrew T Chamberlain & Michael Parker Pearson - Pages: 207 - Hardback