The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone by James Cross Giblin Item number HC-0064461378. Regularly stocked item. Usually ships within 24 to 48 hours.
ISBN 0064461378 ISBN 0-0644-6137-8
Published by Harper-Collins
Paperback 96 pages
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grades 4 to 6
ages 9 to 12
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Until the Rosetta Stone was finally translated and the decoding of hieroglyphic writing made possible, much of Egyptian history was lost. The author has done a masterful job of distilling information, citing the highlights, and fitting it all together in an interesting and enlightening look at a puzzling subject.
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