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Have Scholars Finally Deciphered a Mysterious Ancient Script?

Andrew Lawler, 2022. Smithsonian Magazine.

Reports the Desset claim with reactions from uninvolved scholars: Vidale, Krebernik, Stolper and Steinkeller broadly convinced; Dahl and Kelley disputing the Proto-Elamite continuity claim; caution pending detailed translations and over the vessels' provenance. 1 August 2022.

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Lawler, A. (2022). Have Scholars Finally Deciphered a Mysterious Ancient Script?. Smithsonian Magazine. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/have-scholars-finally-deciphered-a-mysterious-ancient-script-180980497/
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