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Prior, Natalie Jane , Prior, Natalie Jane

The Encyclopedia of Preserved People: Pickled, Frozen, and Mummified Corpses from around the World

65 pp. | Crown | March, 2003 | Trade ISBN 0-375-82287-9 $$14.95 | Library ISBN 0-375-92287-3 $$16.99
(4) 4-6 This entertaining though limited book, divided by five geographic regions, covers each of its topics (e.g., "exploding kings and queens," "Franklin Expedition") in a few highly readable paragraphs. The alphabetical arrangement makes browsing easy, but it's difficult to gain historical perspective. A sixth section includes entries on related topics. Illustrations and too-small color photos accompany the text. Map, reading list. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Kitty Flynn

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