Writing Systems, Symbols and Decipherment" is a handout prepared by Shu-Kai Hsieh for the 2019 International Linguistics Olympiad training. It provides an overview of various writing systems, including pictograms, ideograms, alphabets, abjads, abugidas, syllabaries, and logograms. The document discusses the historical development and typological classification of these systems, offering insights into their structures and functions. Additionally, it touches upon topics such as constructed scripts, undeciphered scripts, and the relationship between writing systems, technology, and society. The handout serves as an educational resource for understanding the complexities of writing systems and their role in human communication.
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