Hieroglyphs Vsi
Author: Penelope Wilson
ISBN: 978-0192805027
Price: Rs. 300.00 • ✓ 100% Genuine Publisher Edition
Book Overview
Hieroglyphs were far more than a language. They were an omnipresent and all-powerful force in communicating the messages of ancient Egyptian culture for over three thousand years; used as monumental art, as a means of identifying Egyptianness, and for rarefied communication with the gods. In this exciting new study, Penelope Wilson explores the cultural significance of the script with an emphasis on previously neglected areas such as cryptography, the continuing decipherment into modern times, and examines the powerful fascination hieroglyphs still hold for us today. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Browse this title within our Theory & Criticism collection. Edition details: Paperback, English, 130 pages. Reference ISBN: 978-0192805027.
About the Author
Penelope Wilson obtained her undergraduate degree and PhD at the University of Liverpool, and worked as Assistant Keeper in the Department of Antiquities in the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge, for seven years. She is presently Lecturer in Egyptology at the University of Durham, and Field Director for the Egyptian Exploration Society Mission to Sais in Egypt.
Book Specifications & Quick Facts
- Reading Level
- General / Adult
- Language & Format
- English • Paperback
- ISBN Reference
- 978-0192805027
- Publisher
- Oxford Univ Pr
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What is this book about?
Hieroglyphs were far more than a language. They were an omnipresent and all-powerful force in communicating the messages of ancient Egyptian culture for over three thousand years; used as monumental art, as a means of identifying Egyptianness, and for rarefied communication with the gods. In this...
Who should read this book?
Recommended for readers who enjoy Theory & Criticism and are looking for genuine, well-crafted literature by Penelope Wilson.
Why Readers Pick This Edition
- You’ll love this if you’re curious about how writing shaped one of the world’s greatest civilizations. In a compact, pocket‑friendly format, this book goes beyond decoding symbols to reveal how hieroglyphs functioned as art, power, identity, and sacred communication. Clear, engaging, and thought‑provoking, it’s perfect for students, history lovers, or anyone wanting a smart, accessible entry into ancient Egyptian culture without feeling overwhelmed.
- Published by Oxford Univ Pr.
- Language: English.
- Page count: 130.
Catalog Description
Hieroglyphs were far more than a language. They were an omnipresent and all-powerful force in communicating the messages of ancient Egyptian culture for over three thousand years; used as monumental art, as a means of identifying Egyptianness, and for rarefied communication with the gods. In this exciting new study, Penelope Wilson explores the cultural significance of the script with an emphasis on previously neglected areas such as cryptography, the continuing decipherment into modern times, and examines the powerful fascination hieroglyphs still hold for us today. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost...
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