Hieroglyphics (Teach Yourself Educational) - Softcover

Bonewitz, Ra

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0340859865 ISBN 13: 9780340859865

Publisher: Teach Yourself Books, 2003

Synopsis

For anyone who's ever wanted to decipher ancient inscriptions, Teach Yourself Hieroglyphics is the ultimate resource. This lively and informative guide uncovers the mysteries of Egyptian and Mayan hieroglyphics, revealing how these ancient languages work and exploring the fascinating cultures that used them. It demonstrates just how simple and fun hieroglyphics are to work with, offering readers plenty of practice in drawing their own on blank cartouches.

About this title

Synopsis

If you've ever wanted to read ancient inscriptions, this title shows that, as well as being historically interesting, they are relatively simple and fun to work with. This informative guide offers you the opportunity not only to explore hieroglyphics, but also to explore the cultures that used them. The guide: uncovers the mysteries of Egyptian and Mayan hieroglyphics; takes a look at how this ancient language works and is written; unravels the complexities behind Egyptian and Mayan hieroglyphics; and provides the opportunities to practise drawing your own examples on blank cartouches.

About the Author

Dr. Ron Bonewitz is a geologist who has worked as a consultant on archaeological digs in Central America.

Edition details

• Publisher: Teach Yourself Books
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0340859865
• ISBN 13: 9780340859865
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 144