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This informative program takes a look at the more mysterious aspects of ancient Egypt, following historians and archaeologists as they reveal a side to the innovative civilization that includes unexpected sexual behavior , beliefs in mysticism and magic, and more. We all know the Egypt of the pyramids and King Tut’s tomb. But there’s much, much more. The daily life of ancient Egyptians was filled with magic, mystery, and sex. We’ll take a closer look at the beliefs and habits of one of the world’s oldest cultures. There was incest in the royal palace, divine cats, and an entire industry devoted to ushering the dead into the next world. Spells, potions, and incantations ruled every aspect of life. Yet even in these unusual customs, we’ll find the human face of the ancient people of Egypt. Towers Productions Inc. for History and A&E Television Networks