How can we be so sure of shat ancient life was like? Largely because mummies have begun to "talk" to scientists. X-rays allow scientists to study mummies that have never been unwrapped. Scientists can examine the bones of a mummy and figure out the age at death, signs of disease, and fractures that healed

This engaging text is a wonderful resource about mummies and the ways scientists unlock their secret pasts. The author, Patricia Lauber, uses the contributions and discoveries of scientists who have studied in this field for many years. The amazing photographs within will capture the attention of any reader.