ABC Et Cetera: The Life & Times of the Roman Alphabet
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Alexander & Nicholas Humez
Binding: Hardback
Published: David R. Godine, Publisher, Boston , 1985
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This captivating non-fiction work, A·B·C Et Cetera: The Life & Times Of The Roman Alphabet, chronicles the fascinating journey of the Roman alphabet from its ancient origins to its modern form. It uncovers the cultural and historical forces that shaped each letter, presenting a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution. The authors illustrate how this foundational writing system became an indispensable tool for communication across millennia. Readers will find an engaging and scholarly account that details the intricate development of the very characters we use daily, offering profound insights into the history of written language.
Author: Alexander & Nicholas Humez
Binding: Hardback
Published: David R. Godine, Publisher, Boston , 1985
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This captivating non-fiction work, A·B·C Et Cetera: The Life & Times Of The Roman Alphabet, chronicles the fascinating journey of the Roman alphabet from its ancient origins to its modern form. It uncovers the cultural and historical forces that shaped each letter, presenting a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution. The authors illustrate how this foundational writing system became an indispensable tool for communication across millennia. Readers will find an engaging and scholarly account that details the intricate development of the very characters we use daily, offering profound insights into the history of written language.