Mummies by Frank R. Stockton (1893)
Mummies is a short story written by Frank R. Stockton that tells the tale of two men who discover an ancient Egyptian mummy while exploring a pyramid. The story follows their attempts to unravel the mystery surrounding the mummy and its curse, which they believe has been placed upon them. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and challenges that test their resolve and determination. Ultimately, the story culminates in a thrilling climax that reveals the true nature of the mummy's curse and the fate of its victims.
By Frank R. Stockton · First published 1893 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Educational, Non-Fiction · 777 words
First lines
A mummy is not a very pretty thing to look at; but, considered properly, it is certainly interesting. That stiff form, wrapped up tightly in ever so many dirty cloths, with a black shrivelled face which looks as if it had been cut out of a piece of wood and then smoked, was once, no doubt, a very pleasant person to know. If it was a woman, it played with the children; sewed a little, perhaps; complained of the heat, and went to parties. If it was a man, it probably whistled a little, and sang; settled up its accounts, was fond of horses, and took an interest in the vegetable garden.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Frank R. Stockton
- Date: 1893 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Educational, Non-Fiction, Anthropology, Archaeology
- Length: 777 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The narrative delves into the historical practices of mummification and the cultural context of ancient Egypt.
- Educational — The text provides detailed information about the process of mummification and the historical significance of mummies.
- Non-Fiction — The content is factual and informative, focusing on real historical practices and artifacts.
- Anthropology — The work explores the cultural and social aspects of ancient Egyptian burial practices.
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mummies · adventure · mystery · humor · fantasy · historical · Egyptian · supernatural · exploration · tomb · ancient · narrative