Which languages did Heinrich Schliemann learn to read and write?

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Heinrich Schliemann possessed a notable talent and passion for languages, which, combined with his determination and memory, allowed him to learn to read and write several languages fluently. While historical accounts regarding the full extent of his linguistic abilities vary, it is confirmed that his competence included Russian as well as both ancient and modern Greek.1