Mummy Cat
- Subject
- Historical - Ancient Civilizations
- Age
- 6-8 years
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 48
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
- Size
- 20.8 cm Ă 26.4 cm
- ISBN
- 9780544340824
Deep within this maze of stone,
a creature wakes up, all alone . . .
Mummy Cat prowls his pyramid home, longing for his beloved owner. As he roams the tomb, lavish murals above his head display scenes of the cat with his young Egyptian queen, creating a story-within-a-story about the events of centuries past. Hidden hieroglyphs deepen the tale and are explained in an informative authorâs note.
Marcus Ewert and Lisa Brownâs smart, beautiful book is a marvel of sophisticated simplicity, infinitely engaging to examine in detail, and complete with a sweetly surprising plot twist sure to delight young cat-lovers and budding Egyptologists alike.
a creature wakes up, all alone . . .
Mummy Cat prowls his pyramid home, longing for his beloved owner. As he roams the tomb, lavish murals above his head display scenes of the cat with his young Egyptian queen, creating a story-within-a-story about the events of centuries past. Hidden hieroglyphs deepen the tale and are explained in an informative authorâs note.
Marcus Ewert and Lisa Brownâs smart, beautiful book is a marvel of sophisticated simplicity, infinitely engaging to examine in detail, and complete with a sweetly surprising plot twist sure to delight young cat-lovers and budding Egyptologists alike.
About the creators
Marcus EwertAuthor
Marcus Ewert is the author of the award-winning childrenâs book 10,000 Dresses. He lives in San Francisco and is allergic to cats.
Lisa BrownIllustrator
Lisa Brown is a New York Times bestselling illustrator and author. Books she has illustrated include Goldfish Ghost, by Lemony Snicket, and her own The Airport Book. She lives in San Francisco. Visit her at online at americanchickens.com and on Twitter at @lisabrowndraws.
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What reviewers said
"Ewertâs rhyming picture book is an unexpected love story that anyone with a pet can appreciate. Kids will enjoy this memorable and touching introduction to mummies." âSchool Library Journal "Terrifically original." âPublishers Weekly "This stands out among the more straightforward nonfiction picture books about ancient Egypt, and primary-grade children will find much to ponder, explore, and discuss." âHorn Book Magazine * "Elegantly designed for young fans of Ancient Egypt, this sweet ghost story of a pet's love for its owner transcends time."
