Writing
Barry B. Powell
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Writing
Published
2012
Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Limited, John
Pages
296
ISBN-13
9781118293515
Description
In this book the author explores writing not tied to speech, and traces the origins of writing tied to speech from ancient Sumer through the Greek alphabet and beyond. The book examines the earliest evidence for writing in Mesopotamia in the fourth millennium B.C., the relations of these systems to Ancient Egyptian, Chinese, and Mesoamerican writing, the origins of purely phonographic systems, and the mystery of alphabetic writing. With examples from contemporary and historical writing systems, and many illistrations, it shows how the structures of writing served and do serve social needs and in turn create deep patterns of social behavior. The book offers a coherent system of terms and categories for the study of complex phenomena in the world's writing systems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Writing?
This edition of Writing has approximately 296 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Writing?
For most readers, Writing typically takes between 6h 10m and 4h 7m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 74,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 56m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 74,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Writing?
The estimated word count for Writing is approximately 74,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Writing?
Writing was written by Barry B. Powell.
When was Writing published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2012. The original work may have been published on a different date.