The First Writing: Script Invention as History and Process

by Houston, Stephen D.
ISBN: 9780521728263
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Overview

Although ancient writing offers our first glimpse of history, people and institutions, its origins remain mysterious. This book presents the most up-to-date analysis of the origins of ancient writing. Studying often neglected writing systems, such as those of Mesoamerica, leading scholars collectively discuss how these scripts came into existence and developed during their first centuries of use. Egypt, Mesopotamia, Elamite, Mesoamerica and the Maya, Shang and Runic are represented.
  • Format: TradePaperback
  • Author: Houston, Stephen D.
  • ISBN: 9780521728263
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 9.86 x 1.06
  • Number Of Pages: 436
  • Publication Year: 2008
Language: English