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Chronicles of Ancient Ink

Pasquale De Marco

Casa editrice: Publishdrive

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Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of ancient alphabets in this enlightening book. Discover the origins, evolution, and profound impact of these writing systems on human societies.

From the earliest proto-alphabetic scripts to the development of true alphabets, this book takes you on an exploration of the Phoenician alphabet, the forerunner of many modern alphabets, and its spread throughout the ancient world. Delve into the fascinating stories behind the Greek, Roman, Hebrew, Arabic, Cyrillic, Korean, and Japanese alphabets, uncovering their unique characteristics and cultural significance.

Meet remarkable individuals like King Sejong of Korea, whose contributions to the development of Hangul revolutionized literacy and education. Explore the diverse writing systems of the Americas, including the intricate Maya script and the ingenuity of indigenous writing systems.

This book is an invitation to delve into the hidden depths of ancient alphabets and uncover the stories they hold. It is a journey that will expand your horizons, challenge your assumptions, and leave you with a newfound appreciation for the written word.

Within these pages, you will discover:

* The origins and evolution of ancient alphabets, from proto-alphabetic scripts to the development of true alphabets
* The fascinating stories behind the Phoenician, Greek, Roman, Hebrew, Arabic, Cyrillic, Korean, and Japanese alphabets
* The unique characteristics and cultural significance of each alphabet
* The remarkable contributions of individuals like King Sejong of Korea to the development of writing systems
* The diverse writing systems of the Americas, including the Maya script and indigenous writing systems

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of writing, linguistics, or the diverse ways in which human beings have developed systems for recording and communicating information.


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Disponibile da: 02/06/2025.
Lunghezza di stampa: 160 pagine.

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