Writing and Civilization: From Ancient Worlds to Modernity Course.

The written word is so central to our lives that it can seem as if it has always existed. Yet writing is a relatively recent invention. Trace the remarkable saga of visible speech from its earliest origins to its future in the digital age. In this thrilling journey, you'll explore how an arra...

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Corporate Authors: Great Courses (Firm),$4dst, Kanopy (Firm),$4dst
Format: Video
Language:English
Language Notes:In English
Published: [San Francisco, California, USA] : The Great Courses, 2013.
Kanopy Streaming, 2016.
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Summary:The written word is so central to our lives that it can seem as if it has always existed. Yet writing is a relatively recent invention. Trace the remarkable saga of visible speech from its earliest origins to its future in the digital age. In this thrilling journey, you'll explore how an array of sophisticated writing systems developed, then were adopted and adapted by surrounding cultures.
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Physical Description:1 online resource (streaming video file) (726 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
Playing Time:12:05:23
Format:Mode of access: World Wide Web.