An original and accessible approach to learning hieroglyphs, written by an experienced teacher and author. This is the first guide to reading hieroglyphs that b

Guides readers to understand and transcribe hieroglyphics by presenting and explaining phonetic elements.

This is a practical, modern introductory grammar for classroom and self-instruction. Unlike Alan Gardiner's monumental Egyptian Grammar , this is not intended a

Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs interweaves a clear guide to deciphering this elegant, largely picture language with vivid depictions of its origins and the peopl

"Describes the hieroglyphic writing system of ancient Egypt"--Provided by publisher.