NOVA S47E11 — A to Z: The First Alphabet

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NOVA•Season 47•Episode 11

A to Z: The First Alphabet

8.1/10 · 105 votesSep 23, 202055 min

Ranked #6 of 16 in Season 47•+0.2 vs season avg

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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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Episode Summary

"A to Z: The First Alphabet" is episode 11 of NOVA season 47. It scored 8.1/10 from 105 votes, ranking #6 of 16 episodes this season (season average 7.9). It aired on September 23, 2020.

Next: E12 · A to Z: How Writing Changed the World Best of Season 47