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From the earliest scratches on stone and bone to the languages of computers and the internet, A History of Writing offers a fascinating investigation into the origin and development of writing throughout the world.Commencing with the first stages of information storage, Fischer focuses on the emergence of complete writing systems in Mesopotamia in the fourth millennium BC. He documents the rise of Phoenician and its effect on the Greek alphabet, generating the many alphabetic scripts of the West. Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean and Japanese writing systems are dealt with in depth, as is writing in preColumbian America. Also explored are Western Europe's medieval manuscripts and the history of printing, leading to the innovations in technology and spelling rules of the 19th and 20th centuries.
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- Q: What is the subject of 'History of Writing (Globalities)'? A: The book explores the origin and development of writing across the world, from ancient inscriptions to modern digital communication.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'History of Writing (Globalities)' is Steven Roger Fischer.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'History of Writing (Globalities)'? A: The book was published on September 1, 2004.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is listed as being in very good condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'History of Writing (Globalities)' have? A: The book contains a total of 352 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of this book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'History of Writing (Globalities)'.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book regarding writing systems? A: The book discusses various writing systems including Phoenician, Greek, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Japanese, and writing in pre-Columbian America.
- Q: Does the book cover the history of printing? A: Yes, it includes information about medieval manuscripts and the history of printing, as well as technological innovations in the 19th and 20th centuries.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'History of Writing (Globalities)' provides a comprehensive overview that can be useful for academic study in the fields of linguistics, history, and cultural studies.