Writing lies at the root of our civilization. It is the accumulated memory of mankind and its story is an epic one spanning six thousand years. From the valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates to the shores of the Mediterranean, from hieroglyphics and cuneiform to the Phoenicians and the alphabet as we know it, we follow its mysterious course through the ages. Colourful medieval manuscripts lead to the invention of printing and the rich world of modern lettering in all its forms.
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Writing lies at the root of our civilization. It is the accumulated memory of mankind and its story is an epic one spanning six thousand years. From the valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates to the shores of the Mediterranean, from hieroglyphics and cuneiform to the Phoenicians and the alphabet as we know it, we follow its mysterious course through the ages. Colourful medieval manuscripts lead to the invention of printing and the rich world of modern lettering in all its forms.
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Add this copy of Writing: the Story of Alphabets and Scripts (New to cart. $6.29, good condition, Sold by M Godding Books Ltd rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Devizes, WILTS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1997 by Thames and Hudson Ltd.
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Good. Size: 17 to 19 cm tall (12mo); 1997 reprint. Posted within 1 working day. 1st class tracked post to the UK, Airmail tracked worldwide. Robust recyclable packaging.
Add this copy of Writing: the Story of Alphabets and Scripts (New to cart. $3.23, good condition, Sold by Reuseabook rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester, GLOS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1992 by Thames and Hudson Ltd.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading.
Add this copy of Writing: the Story of Alphabets and Scripts (New to cart. $3.61, very good condition, Sold by Reuseabook rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester, GLOS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1992 by Thames and Hudson Ltd.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine.
Add this copy of Writing: the Story of Alphabets and Scripts (New to cart. $6.99, very good condition, Sold by Brit Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Milton Keynes, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1992 by Thames & Hudson.
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Add this copy of Writing: Story of Alphabets and Scripts (New Horizons) to cart. $8.87, very good condition, Sold by Greener Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from London, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1992 by Thames & Hudson Ltd.
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Add this copy of Writing the Story of Alphabets and Scripts (New to cart. $10.24, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Movies rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by THAMES HUDSON.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of Writing the Story of Alphabets and Scripts (New to cart. $12.25, very good condition, Sold by BooksRun rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Philadelphia, PA, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by THAMES HUDSON.
Add this copy of Writing: the Story of Alphabets and Scripts (New to cart. $12.26, very good condition, Sold by Wonder Book - Member ABAA/ILAB rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Frederick, MD, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by Thames & Hudson Ltd.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
Add this copy of Writing the Story of Alphabets and Scripts (New to cart. $12.99, very good condition, Sold by HPB Inc. rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by THAMES HUDSON.
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Add this copy of Writing: The Story of Alphabets and Scripts to cart. $13.00, very good condition, Sold by The Hoja rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from New Bern, NC, UNITED STATES, published 1992 by Thames & Hudson Ltd.
