Hierogram: A Reference Grammar of Middle Egyptian with Reading Texts

This do-it-yourself introduction to Middle Egyptian provides a practical guide to the language which in Egyptian tradition was considered as the "classical" language stage (c. 2150-1650 BC) of ancient Egypt's rich legacy in religion, literature, history and science. At the same time this handbook can be used as an extensively indexed, descriptive grammar with thorough and lucid paragraphs on phonology, grammar and syntax. With exercises and reading pieces, examples in hieroglyphic script, all followed by a transliteration and English translation. Each hieroglyphic translation is cross-referenced to the relevant grammar and syntax. Extensive sign lists complete this guide.
 
This do-it-yourself introduction to Middle Egyptian provides a practical guide to the language which in Egyptian tradition was considered as the "classical" language stage (c. 2150-1650 BC) of ancient Egypt's rich legacy in religion, literature, history and science. At the same time this handbook can be used as an extensively indexed, descriptive grammar with thorough and lucid paragraphs on phonology, grammar and syntax. With exercises and reading pieces, examples in hieroglyphic script, all followed by a transliteration and English translation. Each hieroglyphic translation is cross-referenced to the relevant grammar and syntax. Extensive sign lists complete this guide.