A to Z: The First Alphabet -
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Writing shaped civilization itself, from the trading of goods to tales of ancient goddesses and kings. Follow the evolution of the written word, from millennia-old carvings in an Egyptian turquoise mine to our modern-day alphabets.

Duration: 56 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 4713

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