A to the Future

February 18, 2015 | 1 book mentioned

We take it for granted that our language will grow and change. But one thing we think less often about is that our alphabet is subject to the same forces. Herewith, Carlos Lozada reads Michael Rosen’s new book Alphabetical, which delves into the origins and future prospects of our writing system.

is a staff writer for The Millions. He lives in New York.