The Ancient Egyptians developed ... made of individual letters, is a newer invention, but now, archaeologists believe they have discovered the “oldest known alphabet” ever found.

They tell us about beliefs, gods, clothing and everyday life. The ancient Egyptians also used papyrus and writing boards to keep records of thing like laws. This is different from societies living ...

Sullivan is no longer involved with the study of the cylinders and is currently writing a book about the diffusion of ancient Egyptian objects through the modern world, with the working title ...