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September 23, 2020
NOVA
NOVA
A to Z: The First Alphabet #S47E11
Writing shaped our world and the rise of human knowledge, from the trading of goods to tales of ancient goddesses and kings. Follow the evolution of the written word, from 4,000-year-old carvings in an Egyptian turquoise mine to modern-day alphabets.
Episode 11 of Season 47 from NOVA — available to stream in HD on any device.
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