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The letters of the alphabet have been the source of some speculation since their invention almost 4000 years ago. Through research this text examines the many ways in which the letters of the alphabet have been used in political, spiritual and religious systems over two millennia. The book also presents the more general history of lettering, printing and calligraphy, as well as using colour illustrations to support the text. The book provides a source to historians studying art, culture or typography.
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This text examines the many ways in which the letters of the alphabet have been assigned value in many key systems over two millennia. The book also presents the more general history of lettering, printing and calligraphy, providing an informative guide for art and cultural historians.
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Alphabetic Labyrinth: The Letters in History and Imagination
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Thames & Hudson (edition New Ed), 2005
ISBN 10: 0500280681
ISBN 13: 9780500280683
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The letters of the alphabet have been the source of some speculation since their invention almost 4000 years ago. Through research this text examines the many ways in which the letters of the alphabet have been used in political, spiritual and religious systems over two millennia. The book also presents the more general history of lettering, printing and calligraphy, as well as using colour illustrations to support the text. The book provides a source to historians studying art, culture or typography. Seller Inventory # CIN0500280681VG
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Softcover. Condition: Very Good. Thames & Hudson Historical Books (Thames & Hudson) Alphabetic Labyrinth, The (VG+) Manufacturer: Thames & Hudson Product Line: Historical Books (Thames & Hudson) Type: Softcover Copyright Date: 1995 Author: Johanna Drucker Page Count: 320 Please review the condition and any condition notes for the exact condition of this item. All pictures are stock photos. The condition of the item you will receive is VG+. Our grading system is explained in the terms of sale section of our bookseller page. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Product Description: Language is devoted to articulation, but the inarticulate elements from which it is composed -- bare forked letters, decaying sounds -- have long teased the human imagination as something at once unaccountable and provocative: a threat of utter incoherence underlying all linguistic expression; a token of some final as yet undisclosed revelation. Drucker, an author of many accomplishments, a poet, novelist, art historian, and printer, has written a history of alphabetic forms and speculations. Seller Inventory # 2149915020
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