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Writing: Theory and History of the Technology of Civilization traces the origins of writing tied to speech from ancient Sumer through the Greek alphabet and beyond.
- Examines the earliest evidence for writing in Mesopotamia in the fourth millennium BC, the origins of purely phonographic systems, and the mystery of alphabetic writing
- Includes discussions of Ancient Egyptian,Chinese, and Mayan writing
- Shows how the structures of writing served and do serve social needs and in turn create patterns of social behavior
- Clarifies the argument with many illustrations
| ISBN-13 | 9781405162562 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10 | 1405162562 |
| Weight | 1.18 Pounds |
| Dimensions | 6.30 x 0.85 x 9.30 In |
| List Price | $136.95 |
| Edition | 1st Edition |
| Format | Hardcover |
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| Language | English |
| Pages | 296 pages |
| Publisher | Wiley-Blackwell |
| Published On | 2009-04-20 |
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