Noelle dives into the peculiar allure that swept across British society during the 19th century, Victorian England's fascination with Egyptian mummies . Join us as we unravel the curious trend of mummy unwrapping parties, where aristocrats indulged in the spectacle of unveiling ancient Egyptian remains. Explore the cultural impact and ethical questions raised by this macabre fascination with the Ancient Egypt.
Sources:
https://www.historyextra.com/period/ancient-egypt/ancient-egyptian-guide-afterlife-death-book-dead-journey-facts/
https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/victorian-party-people-unrolled-mummies-for-fun
https://www.vice.com/en/article/mbqagn/uncovering-dead-victorian-mummy-unwrapping-party
https://curiousrambler.com/the-victorians-were-mad-for-mummies/
https://sciencehistory.org/stories/magazine/mummies-and-the-usefulness-of-death/
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