Origin of Writing

By: Blake Carson

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eBook | 27 February 2025

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How did writing systems develop, and how have they impacted civilization? This book delves into the history of writing, from the earliest Sumerian cuneiform to modern alphabets. It examines how writing evolved independently in various regions, including Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, and Mesoamerica, and the roles these early scripts played in administration, trade, and cultural preservation. The narrative explores the transition from pictographic symbols to phonetic writing and discusses the profound implications of literacy on historical record-keeping, education, and literature. By tracing the evolution of writing, the book illuminates how written communication has been pivotal in the development of complex societies and continues to influence contemporary communication technologies.