"The Story of the Alphabet" by Otto F. Ege is a journey through time that shows how our modern alphabet came to be. The book explores the development of letters from ancient societies to today, showing the importance of the alphabet in helping society advance. It follows the path of each letter, carefully detailing their roots, changes, and meanings. It highlights how the Phoenicians created a writing system of 22 characters based on sounds, which then influenced the Greeks and Romans. Each letter is linked to ancient symbols, with stories of how their forms and names changed across different cultures; this book is a valuable guide for those curious about the roots of written language and the cultural stories hidden within our alphabet.
The Story of the Alphabet
By Otto F. Ege
Uncover the surprising tales behind each letter we use every day, revealing their ancient origins and the cultures that shaped them.
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About the AuthorOtto F. Ege (1888–1951) was a teacher, lecturer, bookseller, and well-known book-breaker. He worked for many years at the Cleveland Institute of Art where he served as Chair of the Department of Teacher Training, instructor of Lettering, Layout, and Typography, and Dean. He was also employed by the School of Library Science at Case Western Reserve University as a lecturer on the History of the Book, and instructor of History and Art of the Book.
Otto F. Ege (1888–1951) was a teacher, lecturer, bookseller, and well-known book-breaker. He worked for many years at the Cleveland Institute of Art where he served as Chair of the Department of Teacher Training, instructor of Lettering, Layout, and Typography, and Dean. He was also employed by the School of Library Science at Case Western Reserve University as a lecturer on the History of the Book, and instructor of History and Art of the Book.
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