Signs & symbols
2019
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Discover the fascinating origins and meanings of over 2000 signs and symbols from mythology and religion to astrology and ancient tribes in this comprehensive guide. For centuries, symbols have been imperative throughout the world, signifying ideas, relationships, and objects across different cultures. Find out why a flag at half mast is a symbol of mourning, why toads have got a bad name while frogs turn into princes, and why a heart pierced by an arrow is a classic symbol of love. Delve into the meaning of each symbol and investigate how they have been interpreted in myth, religion, folklore, and art over time, with authoritative text from experts in the field and striking line drawings and photography that emphasise the visual strength and beauty of signs.
Main title:
Edition:
Second edition.
Imprint:
London : DK, 2019.
Collation:
352 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour) ; 24 cm
Notes:
Previous edition: 2008.Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9780241387047 (hbk. :)
Dewey class:
302.2223
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
88112