The Hieroglyphs of Ancient Egypt (U)

Egyptian hieroglyphs and their derivatives were in use for three and a half millennia, a living script that was used to communicate every aspect of ancient Egyptian life, from laundry lists to literature, administration to graffiti, poetry to boastful biographies. In The Hieroglyphs of Ancient Egypt, Egyptologist Aidan Dodson takes the reader on a fascinating journey that explores the origins and development of hieroglyphic writing, bringing to life the ancient Egyptian world of kings and queens, religious and cultural ceremony, domestic and political life, as he follows the quest for the truth behind the mystery of the hieroglyphics and the ancient civilization that spawned them. For those with a general interest in all things Egyptian, students of Egyptology, and the millions of tourists who visit Egypt each year, The Hieroglyphics of Ancient Egypt offers new insights into the lives and language of the ancient Egyptians.