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A fascinating, easy-to-read yet highly informative introduction to hieroglyphs suitable for all novice Egyptologists. Angela McDonald makes learning the language of the pharaohs fun.--Joyce Tyldesley, author of Egypt
Author : Angela McDonald
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 23,18 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780520252356
A fascinating, easy-to-read yet highly informative introduction to hieroglyphs suitable for all novice Egyptologists. Angela McDonald makes learning the language of the pharaohs fun.--Joyce Tyldesley, author of Egypt
Author : Mark Collier
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 23,31 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780520239494
With the help of Egyptologists Collier and Manley, museum-goers, tourists, and armchair travelers alike can gain a basic knowledge of the language and culture of ancient Egypt. Each chapter introduces a new aspect of hieroglyphic script and encourages acquisition of reading skills with practical exercises. 200 illustrations.
Author : Bridget McDermott
Publisher : Chartwell Books
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 30,5 MB
Release : 2016-11-02
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 0785833994
Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs interweaves a clear guide to deciphering this elegant, largely picture language with vivid depictions of its origins and the people themselves.
Author : Francois Nevue
Publisher : Oxbow Books
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 45,62 MB
Release : 2015-02-28
Category : History
ISBN : 1782978682
An indispensable guide to learning Late Egyptian, the language of the New Kingdom (c. 1300-700 BC).
Author : Metropolitan Museum of Art
Publisher : Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 19,99 MB
Release : 2008-10-21
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781416961147
Discover the secrets of hieroglyphs, the language of the ancient Egyptians, with this innovative kit from The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Learn the sounds and letters of the hieroglyphic alphabet, find out which symbols were thought to have magical powers, and read how this mysterious language was decoded after hundreds of years. Then, with the alphabet chart as your guide, use the 24 hieroglyphic stamps and ink pad to write messages, create designs, and make cards.
Author : Penelope Wilson
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 46,3 MB
Release : 2004-08-12
Category : Art
ISBN : 0192805029
Hieroglyphs were far more than a language. They were an omnipresent and all-powerful force in communicating the messages of ancient Egyptian culture for over three thousand years. In this exciting new study, Penelope Wilson explores the cultural significance of hieroglyphs with an emphasis on previously neglected areas such as cryptography and the continuing deciphering of the script in modern times.
Author : Stéphane Rossini
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 25,79 MB
Release : 1989-06-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780486260136
Guides readers to understand and transcribe hieroglyphics by presenting and explaining phonetic elements.
Author : R. B. Parkinson
Publisher :
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 13,93 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN :
The Rosetta Stone is one of the most popular artefacts in the British Museum. Containing a decree written in Greek, Demotic and hieroglyphics, it proved to be the key to deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphics. This concise study traces the history of `the most famous piece of rock in the world' to become a modern icon and tells the story of the race to use it to decipher Egypt's ancient script by Jean-François Champollion and Thomas Young. Also includes a translation of the text.
Author : Sean Callery
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,53 MB
Release : 2010
Category :
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Author : James Cross Giblin
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 41,7 MB
Release : 1993-02-28
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0064461378
"Until the Rosetta Stone was finally translated and the decoding of hieroglyphic writing made possible, much of Egyptian history was lost. The author has done a masterful job of distilling information, citing the highlights, and fitting it all together in an interesting and enlightening look at a puzzling subject." —H. "The social and intellectual history here are fascinating. A handsome, inspiring book." —K. Notable Children's Books of 1991 (ALA) Notable 1990 Children's Trade Books in Social Studies (NCSS/CBC) Children's Books of 1990 (Library of Congress) 100 Books for Reading and Sharing (NY Public Library) Parenting Honorable Mention, Reading Magic Award