Origin Progress Writing Hieroglyphic by Astle Thomas (55 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. This book is a reprint or the original. Cover corners are lightly bumped. Book pages are fine with no marks.

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. The Origin and Progress of Writing: As Well Hieroglyphic as Elementary. Book.

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book traces the fascinating evolution of writing throughout human history, from its humble beginnings in prehistoric times to its present-day sophistication. The author argues that speech, the foundation of language, gave rise to writing as a means to preserve and transmit ideas beyond the limitations of oral communication. They explore the emergence of hieroglyphics, symbols that represented words or concepts, as a pivotal step in this progression. They posit that this early form of writing was not unique to specific cultures but rather a common feature among many ancient civilizations. The book delves into the diverse types of hieroglyphics, their symbolic meanings, and their gradual development into more recognizable alphabets. It also investigates the materials, tools, and techniques used in writing, from ancient parchments to modern printing presses. Through meticulous research and analysis of ancient texts, the author unveils the intricate interplay between speech and writing, demonstrating how writing has evolved to reflect the complexities of human thought and the ever-expanding horizons of knowledge. Ultimately, this book offers a comprehensive and enlightening exploration of the origins and evolution of writing, shedding light on its profound impact on human communication, culture, and the advancement of civilization. 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.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 332 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Hardcover. Condition: Acceptable. Lacking boards, heavy erosion on the spine. Marbled edges and endpapers. Pages tanned with some foxing and minor tidemarks.

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Rebound 3/4 leather over marbled boards. Scarce folio edition. 240 pp. Very good. Extremities lightly worn. Lower corner of frontis repaired with tape. Profusely illustrated with full page black & white and color plates. Frontis portrait of the author.

Hardcover book , Full calf binding, marbled endpapers . xxv, 235 pagesIllustrated by engravings taken from Marbles, Manuscripts and charters ancient and modern also, some account of the origin and progress of printing. With 31 tables of various texts and languages some hand coloured. some folding. Light foxing to end-papers and odd spot throughout, with a small ink mark to page 116. Corner ( 7cm) of half-title page removed. Binding is firm and tight with light rubbing to edges and corners. small piece of leather missing from title panel on spine- no title label. Pictures available. …