Coffins played a key role by protecting the body and, at the same time, integrating the deceased in the afterlife.

Reconstruction of the practical aspects of ancient Egyptian religion.

Detailed analysis of topics including The Fall of Rome, the Barbarian Invasion, and the Ancient Huns; Ancient Egypt: the religion and culture; The daily life and culture of Sumeria, Ancient Babylonia, the Huns, Ancient Ethiopians, and the Ancient Mayans; The culture, religion, and law of Ancient Rome.

Looks at the significance of textile wrappings in ancient Egypt.

Explores the religion and art of writing of the pre-Hispanic Aztecs of Mexico.

Explores ritual practices and analyzes the Aztec beliefs.

A close examination of food rites in Aztec ceremonies.

The best stories retold in English from the Inca, Maya, and Aztec civilizations. The tales are grouped into themed sections with a detailed subject index.

Presents introductory sections to the history, cultures, and traditions of several regions, some modern and some historical. Legends from Africa, Mesoamerica, South America, the Near and Far East, the Americas, Europe, the Pacific and Oceania, India, Egypt, and from Greek and Roman mythology are discussed. Illustrations, maps, and indexes round out this informative collection.

Examines customs and beliefs relating to death and burial, covering most major religious and cultural traditions from prehistoric to modern times.

Describes the many ways the afterlife—especially that part of the afterlife commonly known as Hell—has been characterized in myths from around the world.