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Published by Literary Licensing, LLC 3/30/2014, 2014
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Add to basketTaschenbuch. Condition: Neu. The Alphabet | An Account of the Origin and Development of Letters, in Two Volumes. - Vol. 1 | Isaac Taylor | Taschenbuch | Paperback | Englisch | 2021 | hansebooks | EAN 9783348049412 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Hansebooks PoD, Trakehner Weg 52, 22844 Norderstedt, office[at]hansebooks[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu.
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Embark on a captivating journey into the origins and evolution of writing with this book. Delving into the fascinating realm of the alphabet's development, the author expertly guides us through the intricate paths of ancient scripts, their historical context, and their profound influence on human communication. The central focus of this scholarly exploration is the Greek alphabet, meticulously tracing its intriguing journey from its Phoenician roots to its widespread adoption across the Hellenic world. The author's analysis extends beyond mere historical documentation, delving into the nuanced relationship between the alphabet and the rise of Greek civilization, trade, and cultural exchange. This book unveils the fascinating stories behind familiar letters, offering insights into the gradual transformations of letter forms, the development of vowel sounds, and the interplay of different writing systems. The author's meticulous examination of inscriptions from ancient sites, including the renowned Abu Simbel and the Island of Thera, provides compelling evidence of the alphabet's evolution and its enduring impact. Ultimately, this book illuminates the profound significance of the Greek alphabet as a cornerstone of Western civilization, highlighting its pivotal role in shaping languages, literature, and the transmission of knowledge across generations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of the alphabet, tracing its evolution from ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics to the familiar letters we use today. The author argues that while many have studied specific aspects of the alphabet's development, a comprehensive and cohesive narrative has been missing. Recent archaeological discoveries and advancements in the field of palaeography have now made such a history possible. The book explores the challenges faced by early societies in developing writing systems, comparing the cumbersomeness of ideograms with the efficiency of the alphabet. It examines various non-alphabetic writing systems, including Chinese characters, Japanese syllabaries, and the cuneiform script of Mesopotamia, highlighting their limitations and complexities. The author emphasizes the crucial role played by the Phoenicians, who adapted Egyptian hieroglyphics to create a phonetic alphabet that spread throughout the Mediterranean world, ultimately giving rise to the Greek and Roman alphabets. The book also investigates the development of other writing systems, such as Aramaic, Hebrew, and Arabic, demonstrating the interconnectedness of alphabetic scripts across different cultures and historical periods. By illuminating the origins and historical trajectory of the alphabet, this book underscores its profound impact on human civilization, enabling the widespread dissemination of knowledge and paving the way for remarkable advancements in science, literature, and culture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
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Add to basketTaschenbuch. Condition: Neu. The Alphabet | An Account of the Origin and Development of Letters, in Two Volumes. - Vol. 2 | Isaac Taylor | Taschenbuch | Paperback | 412 S. | Deutsch | 2021 | hansebooks | EAN 9783348051002 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Hansebooks PoD, Trakehner Weg 52, 22844 Norderstedt, office[at]hansebooks[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu.
Published by Kegan Paul, Trench, & Co., London 1883, 1883
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Condition: Very Good. First edition. Hardback. Vol. 1. Original brown cloth slightly used with damp-mottling to boards, otherwise solid, very good with clean contents. Bookplate to pastedown, gift inscription to endpaper. No dust jacket.