Author: Bill Manley
A brand-new and groundbreaking approach to reading hieroglyphs by a proven expert and teacher
A Step-by-step introduction to Egyptian hieroglyphs.
Assumes no knowledge of grammar or ancient languages.
Real texts used – unedited and without any simplification.
A ‘What You Need To Know’ scheme takes you through the inscriptions, starting with simple and moving through more complex texts, building up your knowledge and skills using the latest methods.
A Discover tomb inscriptions of the ruling elite, inscriptions of kings and a shrine of Tutankhamun.
Read monuments from museums across the world.
Photographs and line drawings elegantly and clearly present the ancient texts.
- Fact boxes bring to life the monuments of high officials and kings, giving glimpses of the society and beliefs of the ancient Egyptians.
- Reference word lists on kings, gods and hieroglyphic signs.
Essential reading for anyone interested in Ancient Egypt, hieroglyphs or ancient languages.