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The Egyptian Language And Writing

by E. A. Wallis Budge
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781162817637
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publisher Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
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  • Pages: 20
  • Original Price: USD 16.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 55 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): General

The Egyptian Language and Writing is a comprehensive guide to the ancient language and writing system of Egypt, written by renowned Egyptologist E. A. Wallis Budge. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the grammar and vocabulary of the Egyptian language, and the second part examining the hieroglyphic writing system. Budge begins by providing a brief history of the Egyptian language, tracing its development from the earliest known inscriptions to its use in the hieroglyphic writing system. He then delves into the grammar and vocabulary of the language, providing detailed explanations of its various features, including its complex verb system, noun declensions, and use of determinatives. The second part of the book is devoted to the hieroglyphic writing system, which Budge describes as ""one of the most remarkable achievements of human ingenuity."" He provides an overview of the system's development, from its earliest use in the Pre-Dynastic period to its eventual decline in the Late Period. Budge also provides a detailed analysis of the various types of hieroglyphs, including phonetic signs, determinatives, and ideograms, and explains how they were used in writing.Throughout the book, Budge provides numerous examples of Egyptian inscriptions and texts, along with translations and explanations of their meanings. He also includes a helpful glossary of Egyptian terms and a bibliography for further reading. Overall, The Egyptian Language and Writing is an essential resource for anyone interested in the ancient language and culture of Egypt, and a valuable reference for scholars and students of Egyptology.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dwellers on the Nile, by E. A. Wallis Budge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766128504.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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