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In this paper principles and concepts governing systems of signs, generally, and visual communication, specifically, are discussed first. Then the definition and view of the structure and typology of writing given in A study of writing and subsequent studies is dealt with. Finally my new view of writing is presented.
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Gelb, I.J. (1980). Principles of writing systems within the frame of visual communication. In: Kolers, P.A., Wrolstad, M.E., Bouma, H. (eds) Processing of Visible Language. Nato Conference Series, vol 13. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-1068-6_2
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