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Middle Egyptian: An Introduction to the Language and Culture of Hieroglyphs Paperback – Illustrated, 9 July 2014

by James P. Allen (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars 175
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Middle Egyptian introduces the reader to the writing system of ancient Egypt and the language of hieroglyphic texts. It contains twenty-six lessons, exercises (with answers), a list of hieroglyphic signs, and a dictionary. It also includes a series of twenty-six essays on the most important aspects of ancient Egyptian history, society, religion, literature, and language. Grammar lessons and cultural essays allows users not only to read hieroglyphic texts but also to understand them, providing the foundation for understanding texts on monuments and reading great works of ancient Egyptian literature. This third edition is revised and reorganized, particularly in its approach to the verbal system, based on recent advances in understanding the language. Illustrations enhance the discussions, and an index of references has been added. These changes and additions provide a complete and up-to-date grammatical description of the classical language of ancient Egypt for specialists in linguistics and other fields.
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    Cambridge University Press
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    9 July 2014
  6. Language
    English
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    17.4 x 3.51 x 24.69 cm
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'The third edition breaks much new ground from the earlier editions, incorporating many new ideas on the verb, from the author's research. This book encourages the reader to consider the ancient language as a means of expression and not just a set of grammatical rules.' Nigel Strudwick, Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

'Professor Allen has once again demonstrated his mastery of the ancient Egyptian language by providing a new edition of his grammar that is fresh and daring.' Ronald J. Leprohon, University of Toronto

'A user-friendly introduction teeming with novel insights; essential reading for all students and researchers in Egyptology.' Sami Uljas, Uppsala University

'This new edition of Middle Egyptian, completely revised, makes complex grammatical issues with which students often struggle far more accessible. It will also be of interest to those fascinated by the language but who come to it from outside Egyptology.' Troy Leiland Sagrillo, Swansea University

'This third, thoroughly revised edition, of the most successful teaching grammar of Middle Egyptian provides an integrated, step-by-step introduction to the script, language, and culture of the classical period of ancient Egypt, leading the student to a direct experience of the original texts. Written by one of the most distinguished scholars in the field and richly exemplified, the text is equally suited for the classroom and for self-study.' Andréas Stauder, Swiss National Science Foundation and Universität Basel

'This is an indispensable volume for students of Egyptology, archaeology, historical linguistics, or even laymen who are interested in learning Egyptian.' Kariema El Touny, The Linguist List

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The only grammar that incorporates the most recent understanding of Middle Egyptian and a basic introduction to ancient Egyptian culture.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cambridge University Press; 3rd edition (9 July 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 610 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1107663288
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1107663282
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 17.4 x 3.51 x 24.69 cm
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 175

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Eduardo
5.0 out of 5 stars Imprescindível!
Reviewed in Brazil on 16 November 2023
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Qualquer pessoa que deseje aprender a língua dos antigos egípcios deve considerar estudar também esta gramática.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
Reviewed in Canada on 7 May 2022
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Not for the faint of heart, but this serious is excellent.
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JR
5.0 out of 5 stars Das beste Buch über Hieroglyphen
Reviewed in Germany on 14 August 2022
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Ein Muss wenn man sich etwas näher mit dem Thema beschäftigen will
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5.0 out of 5 stars Consegna puntuale e in perfetto stato - Manuale ottimo
Reviewed in Italy on 20 March 2022
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Le 5 stelle sono per la consegna puntuale e per il miracoloso fatto che una volta tanto Amazon mi abbia consegnato un libro in condizioni perfette (cosa che non avviene quasi mai).
Il giudizio sul contenuto del libro poi è personalmente eccellente: è un ottimo manuale anche per neofiti, ma ovviamente parliamo di chi è interessato a studiare egittologia a livello universitario e non per i semplici curiosi che vorrebbero una sorta di "infarinatura generale", per il quale consiglierei altre pubblicazioni.
Molto utili gli esercizi posti alla conclusione di ogni capitolo.
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AF Perry
5.0 out of 5 stars The gold standard for learning hieroglyphs
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 April 2023
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Of the many excellent grammars that I have studied over the last few years (and there are quite a few about), this is the one that I come back to time and time again. Allen's progressive modern exposition of the grammar, interspersed with an excellent series of essays on the cultural background, is extremely well presented and I find it more user-friendly that most alternatives.

It is not necessarily an easy course, it is challenging in places and requires both focus and patience. But whether for self-study or with a teacher, this book deserves to be considered the gold standard.
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