Traces the history and evolution of writing from ancient times to the present, and discusses how the letters of the alphabet have been invested with political, mystical, and religious significance over the centuries
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This text examines the many ways in which the letters of the alphabet have been assigned value in many key systems over two millennia. The book also presents the more general history of lettering, printing and calligraphy, providing an informative guide for art and cultural historians.
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Softcover. Zustand: Very Good. Thames & Hudson Historical Books (Thames & Hudson) Alphabetic Labyrinth, The (VG+) Manufacturer: Thames & Hudson Product Line: Historical Books (Thames & Hudson) Type: Softcover Copyright Date: 1995 Author: Johanna Drucker Page Count: 320 Please review the condition and any condition notes for the exact condition of this item. All pictures are stock photos. The condition of the item you will receive is VG+. Our grading system is explained in the terms of sale section of our bookseller page. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Product Description: Language is devoted to articulation, but the inarticulate elements from which it is composed -- bare forked letters, decaying sounds -- have long teased the human imagination as something at once unaccountable and provocative: a threat of utter incoherence underlying all linguistic expression; a token of some final as yet undisclosed revelation. Drucker, an author of many accomplishments, a poet, novelist, art historian, and printer, has written a history of alphabetic forms and speculations. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 2149915020
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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 1st paperback edition. 320p. A large softcover book in near-fine condition. Owner's stamps inside; otherwise clean and tight. A historical study of the letters of the alphabet. Measures approx. 10.25" x 7.5". Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 195902
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