Discusses the age-old mysteries of preserving and burying dead bodies using a combination of book and Web site. Examines the mysteries of preserved and buried bodies around the world, with online links to more information.

"The preserved remains of other human beings hold a special fascination for the living. Earthly Remains explores the history and science behind such phenomena and examines cases ranging from ancient Egyptian mummies to twentieth-century politicians, from Iron Age bog bodies to the extraordinary finds at Pompeii." "Illustrated with the haunting images of many of the cases discussed, Earthly Remains is a compelling book that will appeal to everyone's...