In the path of the alphabet by Frances Delavan Page Jermain
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| Author | Jermain, Frances Delavan Page, 1829-1905 |
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| LoC No. | 06046295 |
| Title |
In the path of the alphabet an historical account of the ancient beginnings and evolution of the modern alphabet |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "In the Path of the Alphabet" by Frances D. Jermain is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the ancient origins and evolution of the modern alphabet, drawing from various historical sources and archaeological discoveries to provide a comprehensive understanding of this fundamental aspect of language. The text likely encompasses subjects such as Egyptian hieroglyphics, cuneiform writing, and other significant contributions from ancient civilizations. At the start of the book, the author reflects on the significant achievements in archaeological research that have unveiled the history of letters, which hold not only historic value but also implications for biblical narratives and our understanding of religious texts. The opening introduces crucial discoveries, namely the Rosetta Stone and advancements in deciphering hieroglyphics and cuneiform inscriptions, laying the groundwork for the exploration of how these writing systems developed and influenced the evolution of alphabetic writing. The author articulates the complexity of this journey, indicating the interplay between language, culture, and the written word throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | P: Language and Literatures |
| Subject | Alphabet |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51422 |
| Release Date | Mar 11, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 80 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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