Mysteries of the Alphabet: The Origins of Writing,Used

Mysteries of the Alphabet: The Origins of Writing,Used

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An illuminating yet lighthearted voyage back to the origins of our alphabet, based on the pictograms of 3,500 years ago. 248 twocolor illustrations.

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This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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  • Q: What is the main focus of 'Mysteries of the Alphabet: The Origins of Writing'? A: The book explores the origins of our alphabet, tracing its development through ancient pictograms over 3,500 years ago.
  • Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 384 pages.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Mysteries of the Alphabet' is Marc-Alain Ouaknin.
  • Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it has not been previously used or read.
  • Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features 248 two-color illustrations that complement the text.
  • Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
  • Q: When was 'Mysteries of the Alphabet' published? A: The book was published on March 1, 1999.
  • Q: In which category is this book classified? A: The book is classified under the category of History.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, the book provides a scholarly exploration of the alphabet's origins, making it suitable for academic use.
  • Q: Can this book be a good gift for someone interested in linguistics? A: Absolutely, it offers insightful information about the history of writing, making it a great gift for anyone interested in linguistics.

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