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Murdered more than 5,000 years ago, Otzi the Iceman is the oldest human mummy on Earth. Now, newly discovered evidence sheds light not only on this mysterious ancient man, but on the dawn of civilization in Europe.

Draws from over one hundred interviews with researchers in Austria, Italy, and Germany to tell the story of the discovery of the oldest naturally preserved human corpse in the Tyrolean Alps in 1991, and to discuss the ensuing eight years of scientific investigation, political intrigue, odd theories, and media coverage.

Draws from over one hundred interviews with researchers in Austria, Italy, and Germany to tell the story of the discovery of the oldest naturally preserved human corpse in the Tyrolean Alps in 1991, and to discuss the ensuing eight years of scientific investigation, political intrigue, odd theories, and media coverage.

Simple text and pictures introduces mountain habitats, plants, and animals especially in the Swiss Alps.