The Living Mummy (eBook, PDF) - Pratt, Ambrose
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Ambrose Pratt (1874-1944) was an Australian journalist and novelist, author of some 30 novels and perhaps as many non-fiction titles. This novel hovers between science fiction and fantasy, with themes such as invisibility, a living (or perhaps not living) mummy, and clairvoyance (all of which can be found in sf literature). A wealth British Egyptologist unearths the mummy of Ptahmes, a 14th dynasty priest, and many strange events follow as the mummy is removed to the UK. With four art nouveau illustrations by Louis D Fancher (1884-1944).

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Produktbeschreibung
Ambrose Pratt (1874-1944) was an Australian journalist and novelist, author of some 30 novels and perhaps as many non-fiction titles. This novel hovers between science fiction and fantasy, with themes such as invisibility, a living (or perhaps not living) mummy, and clairvoyance (all of which can be found in sf literature). A wealth British Egyptologist unearths the mummy of Ptahmes, a 14th dynasty priest, and many strange events follow as the mummy is removed to the UK. With four art nouveau illustrations by Louis D Fancher (1884-1944).
Autorenporträt
Australian writer, journalist, naturalist, and ornithologist Ambrose Pratt, who was born in Hobart, Tasmania, on January 13, 1874, was well-known for his literary works and his in-depth understanding of Australian plants and animals. Pratt started out as a writer but eventually became a well-known ornithologist due to his passion for the outdoors and wildlife. With an emphasis on natural history and outdoor topics, he wrote several books and contributed pieces to a number of magazines. Pratt's writing style was captivating and he included his love of nature into his works, which made them readable by a broad readership. Ambrose Pratt actively participated in public life in addition to being committed to his literary and scientific endeavors. He made a substantial contribution to the research and conservation of Australian avifauna while serving as a member of the Royal Australasian Ornithologists Union. Through his publications, which offer insightful perspectives into Australia's natural history in the early 20th century, Pratt's legacy lives on.