{"product_id":"9788481815245","title":"Mummies. Best practices manual for their preservation","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMummies. Best Practices Manual for their Preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual, coordinated by the Spanish Cultural Heritage Institute, brings together the knowledge of experts from various institutions to address one of the most complex challenges in conservation: the preservation of mummified remains. The work offers a comprehensive view of advances in the study of mummified bodies, as well as the most up-to-date techniques and methods for their care, exhibition, and communication. Its goal is to ensure that this fragile heritage is correctly preserved, understood, and valued by society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book delves into the specific problems posed by the conservation of mummies, an exceptionally delicate type of heritage. Through the contributions of specialists from different professional fields, the work explores both scientific advances in the understanding of these bodies and practical methodologies for their preservation. Key aspects are addressed, such as criteria for safe handling, optimal environmental conditions for storage and display, and communication strategies to convey their cultural and scientific value to the public. The manual is presented as a guide to best practices intended for heritage professionals and managers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Topics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConservation and restoration of mummified human remains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eProtocols for the handling and storage of mummy collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAnalysis and documentation techniques applied to mummified bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCriteria for the museum exhibition of mummies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies for the communication and dissemination of mummified heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEthics and best practices in the treatment of human remains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is aimed at conservators, restorers, archaeologists, anthropologists, museologists, and cultural heritage managers who work directly with collections of human remains. It is also highly useful for students of conservation and heritage, as well as museum professionals who need solid foundations for making decisions regarding the preservation and exhibition of mummies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book provides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIt provides an updated reference framework on international best practices in mummy conservation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIt offers technical and ethical criteria for addressing the public exhibition of human remains in a respectful and rigorous manner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIt brings together the multidisciplinary knowledge of experts from different institutions, facilitating a complete view of the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIt helps professionals make informed decisions about the handling, storage, and communication of this fragile heritage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Various Authors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Area d\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cultural studies, feminism and feminist theory, anthropology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anthropology, cultural studies and g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 2012\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1055 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a specialized reference work that fills a gap in the technical literature on heritage conservation. Its multidisciplinary approach and the authority of the participating experts make it an indispensable resource for any professional managing collections of mummified remains. Although its content is eminently technical, the clarity of the exposition and the manual structure facilitate consultation. It is a practical tool that contributes directly to improving the preservation and communication of an especially sensitive cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MINISTERIO DE EDUCACIÓN, CULTURA Y DEPORTE. ÁREA D","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405045129563,"sku":"9788481815245","price":10.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978848181524.jpg?v=1781821971","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788481815245","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}