The History of Writing
The Journey from Pictograms to Pixels
$58.50
- Hardcover
304 pages
- Release Date
17 November 2026
Summary
A global history of writing and writing systems - from hieroglyphics to emoji
From cave paintings to copperplate, the story of writing is the story of civilization itself.
The History of Writing traces the evolution of writing from the first recorded laws to the digital languages powering today’s computers, exploring and explaining the ways in which the written word has shaped cultures, driven scientific progress, and held societies together.
Discover how the …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780241774236 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0241774233 |
| Author: | DK |
| Publisher: | Dorling Kindersley Ltd |
| Imprint: | DK |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 304 |
| Release Date: | 17 November 2026 |
| Dimensions: | 261mm x 216mm |
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