Visible Language: The Origins of Writing in Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt

Undergraduate

Exploration of writing in the ancient Near East and the profound effects this new method of communication had on human society. Focus on Egypt and Mesopotamia, where advanced writing systems first developed and were used for millennia, with consideration of Chinese, Mayan, and Indus Valley writing systems as well. Previously NELC 168. HU TTh 2:35pm-3:50pm