Clue to the Cretan Scripts

By F. Melian Stawell

Book Overview

""Clue to the Cretan Scripts"" by F. Melian Stawell is a book that explores the mysterious scripts found on the island of Crete, known as Linear A and Linear B. The author delves into the history and culture of the ancient Minoan civilization that created these scripts, and attempts to decipher their meaning. Stawell examines various theories and hypotheses proposed by scholars over the years, and provides his own insights into the possible interpretations of these enigmatic scripts. This book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in archaeology, ancient civilizations, and the mysteries of the past.1931. An attempt to begin the translation of the Minoan script. Includes: Introductory section; Phoenician alphabet and its affinities; Earliest inscriptions: the formulas for leader, Knossos, Minos, etc.; Religious formulas: the Phaestos whorl and the name Velkhanos, etc.; Phaestos disk; Other Minoan inscriptions: the labels and libation tables; Epilogue.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162578556
• ISBN13: 9781162578552
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"