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Although Ancient Egyptian has been the object of careful investigation since its decipherment in the nineteenth century, this is the first account to include the insight of modern linguistics. It covers the hieroglyphic system and its cursive varieties, as well as phonology, morphology and syntax.
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The language of Ancient Egypt has been the object of careful investigation since its decipherment in the nineteenth century, but this is the first accessible account that uses the insight of modern linguistics. Antonio Loprieno discusses the hieroglyphic system and its cursive varieties, and the phonology, morphology and syntax of Ancient Egyptian, as well as looking at its genetic ties with other languages of the Near East. This book will be indispensable for both linguists and Egyptologists.
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