In April 2025, Language and the Ancient Greeks and On the Decipherment of Linear B (A Pair of Essays) returned to the Amazon Best Sellers list, reaching #16 in Literacy, #35 in Historical Essays, and # 37 in Alphabets on April 30, 2025.

Originally published in 2010, this publication was among the four in my 2009-2010 Essay Series. I am pleased that people around the world continue to show interest in this pair of essays 15 years after their original release.

To purchase a discounted copy of this pair of essays, visit the Amazon store.

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