Alphabetical Order

by Tiphaine Samoyault

If you can read this sentence, then you are using one of the most important innovations in human history

Genres: Language, Nonfiction, Reference

32 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 1998

Reviews

[Nancy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book presents a history of the alphabet showing how signs and symbols evolved into letters and words. It’s a great book for anyone interested in the alphabet or linguistics and includes languages from around the world.

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book to show you how letters evolved.

[Christie Angleton · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is so cool.

[Heather · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good, straightforward introduction to the history of alphabets. It doesn't get too bogged down with too many details of each alphabet, which makes this book a good starting point.

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