A Brief Introduction to the Arabic Alphabet: Its Origins and Various Forms

by Rex Smith (Author), John Healey (Author)

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  Illustrated
  2009

  $3.40

  The Arabic alphabet has a fascinating history, one that is entwined with the development of culture and society in the Middle East. The authors trace the origins of the Arabic alphabet back to Aramaic, a descendant of Phoenecian, which itself gave rise to the Hebrew and Greek alphabets. The third title in the series that offers a primer for both general readers and students alike, A Brief Introduction to the Arabic Alphabet is illustrated and contains glossaries, indices, and suggestions for further reading.