Understanding Hieroglyphs: A Quick and Simple Guide

Description

If you've ever wanted to learn how to read hieroglyphs, this book is the perfect guide. This book will teach you all you need to know about deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs, with the help of hundreds of the most commonly used hieroglyphs arranged in easy-to-use tables, with translations, plus examples from monuments, ancient documents and museum exhibits. Fully illustrated throughout with line drawings, tables and maps, Understanding Hieroglyphs will enthral anyone who craves the satisfaction of actually understanding the writing which adords Egyptian monuments and artefacts - unlocking the secrets of an ancient civilization.

Hilary Wilson has been interested in Egyptology since childhood and has written several books on the subject, including Egyptian Food and Drink, People of the Pharaohs and Egyptian Woman.