X-Raying the Pharaohs

As a result of the ancient Egyptians' efforts to assure continues life for themselves and thanks to a modern tool of physics and medical science--the x-ray--secrets that have lain hidden for thousands of years behind mummy cases and intricate linen wrapings have now been revealed.A fascinating account of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry's examination and analysis of a collection of mummies housed in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. It is written in non-technical terms and is well illustriated.