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How The (English) Alphabet Became A Thing, Part Two: Each Letter Has A Story

Ridiculous History

CHAPTER

From Ancient Symbols to Modern Letters

This chapter traces the captivating history of several letters in the English alphabet, starting with A and advancing through to I and J. It explores their origins in ancient languages, such as Phoenician and Egyptian, highlighting how cultural adaptations have shaped their modern forms and meanings. The narrative also touches on the differences between alphabets and numerical systems, emphasizing the complex relationship between math and language.

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