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The Book of the Dead May Not Be What You Think It Is

Join Dr. Moiya McTier & Emily Zarka and dig into the stories and characters of ancient mythologies to explore why such tales were crafted, and investigate mythology’s influence on humanity.

The Book of the Dead May Not Be What You Think It Is

Season 3 Episode 6 | 10m 50s | CC

We reveal the true purpose of the ancient text, discover more about the ancient Egyptian people and their relationship with death and the afterlife and dispel misconceptions about the use of this piece of ancient history. Join us as we explore the journey into the afterlife, trusty handbook by our side.

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