The Magic and the Mummy
The Magic and the Mummy by Terry Deary is a historical fiction book published by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc in 2004. This UK edition spans 64 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Neria, who assists her father in the House of Death, where they create mummies. As the pharaoh’s death triggers a flurry of activity, Neria is tasked with the delicate job of mummifying the pharaoh’s cat, a responsibility that challenges her due to her squeamishness.
Readers will discover Neria’s struggle as she navigates her duties while trying to find a way to save the cat without facing dire consequences. The narrative explores themes of responsibility and courage within the context of ancient practices. This edition offers a glimpse into the complexities of life in a historical setting, focusing on Neria’s internal conflict and the pressures of her role in the mummification process.
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This is a tale of Neria, who works in the House of Death,helping her father to make the mummies. Neria enjoys her work, but when the pharaoh dies, it all goes into overdrive mode. Everyone is so busy that Neria is given the responsibility of mummifying the pharaoh’s cat, to accompany him to the Afterlife. The trouble is, Neria is too squeamish to kill and gut the cat. Can she find a way to save the cat – without being caught and punished?
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