NOVA - S47E11: A to Z: The First Alphabet

Name: A to Z: The First Alphabet
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2020-09-23
Duration: 55 min

Sep 23, 2020DocumentarySeason 47, Episode 11

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.

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NOVA S47E11 Synopsis

Stream NOVA "A to Z: The First Alphabet" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 2020-09-23, this episode is part of Season 47 of NOVA. With a runtime of 55m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. 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.