Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs: How to Read the Sacred Language of the Pharaohs

The first fully illustrated guide to deciphering hieroglyphs and unravelling the fascinating secrets of the ancient Egyptians. Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs assumes no previous knowledge and no special languages skills. It equips the reader to grasp the basic hieroglyphic alphabet to decode script, magic texts and the names of goods. With unparalleled clarity and by using ingenious learning signposts, including helpful vocabulary panels, the book highlights the most commonly used signs so that their meaning and context can be understood. Decoding this symbolic language is the key to unlocking many of Ancient Egypt's secrets, including fascinating anecdotal information on Egyptian gods, pharaohs, family life and society in general.

Title - Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs: How to Read the Sacred Language of the Pharaohs

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Author - Bridget McDermott

ISBN 13 - 9781903296806

Imprint - Duncan Baird Publishers

Publisher - Watkins Media Limited

Date Published - 06/08/2002

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Binding Type - Paperback

Dimensions - x 240 x mm

Weight - 666 g

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