Dwayne Hicks Decoding the Rosetta Stone Inglese · Copertina rigida

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Carved around 200 BCE in ancient Egypt, the Rosetta Stone was rediscovered in the Nile Delta by French forces in 1799. This remarkable artifact bears the Decree of Memphis in three languages, including Egyptian hieroglyphics. This astonishing discovery allowed historians to use the Ancient Greek language to decipher Egyptian hieroglyphics for the first time. Readers will learn what the Rosetta stone says, who created it, and how this artifact has influenced modern historical investigations. Stunning photographs and primary sources are sure to amaze young readers and better allow them to retain important information.