Wilson, Penelope
Hieroglyphs: A Very Short Introduction
- ISBN 13:
- 9780192805027
- author:
- Wilson, Penelope
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 136
- Dimensions:
- 111 mm X 174 mm
- Genre:
- Ancient history: to c 500 CE
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Hieroglyphs: A Very Short Introduction by Penelope Wilson For over three thousand years, hieroglyphs were an omnipresent force in ancient Egyptian culture, used as monumental art, to identify Egyptianness, and for rarefied communication with the gods. This book explores their cultural significance, delving into previously neglected areas such as cryptography and the continuing decipherment of the script. Penelope Wilson examines the powerful fascination hieroglyphs still hold for us today, shedding new light on this enigmatic writing system. With an emphasis on analysis and perspective, Wilson provides a concise and engaging introduction to the subject. This book is part of the Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press, offering a compact and accessible overview of a fascinating topic.
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