| Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs for Beginners - Medtu Neter- Divine Words Contributor(s): Ashby, Muata (Author) |
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ISBN: 1884564429 ISBN-13: 9781884564420 Publisher: Sema Institute OUR PRICE: $26.96 Product Type: Paperback Published: September 2006 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Ancient - Egypt - Foreign Language Study | African Languages (see Also Swahili) - Language Arts & Disciplines | Grammar & Punctuation |
| Dewey: 493.111 |
| Physical Information: 0.55" H x 8.25" W x 11" (1.32 lbs) 264 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - Ancient (To 499 A.D.) - Cultural Region - North Africa |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This brief guide was prepared for those inquiring about how to enter into Hieroglyphic studies on their own at home or in study groups. First of all you should know that there are a few institutions around the world which teach how to read the Hieroglyphic text but due to the nature of the study there are perhaps only a handful of people who can read fluently. It is possible for anyone with average intelligence to achieve a high level of proficiency in reading inscriptions on temples and artifacts; however, reading extensive texts is another issue entirely. However, this introduction will give you entry into those texts if assisted by dictionaries and other aids. Most Egyptologists have a basic knowledge and keep dictionaries and notes handy when it comes to dealing with more difficult texts. Medtu Neter or the Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic language has been considered as a "Dead Language." However, dead languages have always been studied by individuals who for the most part have taught themselves through various means. This book will discuss those means and how to use them most efficiently. |