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Egyptian hieroglyphics : how to read and write them
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Egyptian hieroglyphics : how to read and write them

by Stephane Rossini

This introductory guide explains the transcription of Egyptian hieroglyphs using 134 phonetic elements. It features a pronunciation guide, word analysis techniques, and reference tables for phonetic and figurative signs.

Accession 700 ISBN 0486260135 Publisher Dover Publications, Inc.
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