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Signs & Symbols
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Unlock the fascinating world of visual communication with our comprehensive guide that decodes over 2,000 signs and symbols. This meticulously researched volume explores the rich meanings behind each symbol, from ancient hieroglyphs to contemporary logos. Dive deep into the significance of timeless icons, such as the heart pierced by an arrow, which represents love, and uncover the ancient origins of fertility symbols. Discover why the scales symbolize justice and how these signs reflect human life and culture throughout the ages.
Crafted for enthusiasts of mythology, religion, folklore, and art, this essential reference guide is organized into six thematic sections: the cosmos, the natural world, human life, myths and religions, society and culture, and symbol systems. Each section is enriched with expert narratives, striking photography, and elegant line drawings that enhance the understanding and appreciation of these powerful visual expressions. Ideal for students, researchers, and anyone intrigued by the secret language of signs, our guide is the ultimate resource for demystifying the symbols that shape our world. Whether for personal enlightenment or academic study, this book is your key to exploring the intricate web of meanings that connect humanity across time and cultures.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241387047
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2019
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
Pages: 340
Description:
Decode the secrets and uncover the origins and meanings of over 2,000 signs and symbols, from ancient hieroglyphs to modern-day logos.
Why is a heart pierced by an arrow a classic symbol of love? What are the ancient roots of fertility symbols? Why are scales a symbol of justice?
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 emphasize the visual strength and beauty of signs. Divided into six thematic sections - the cosmos, the natural world, human life, myths and religions, society and culture, and symbol systems - this guide to the secret language of signs and symbols is a must-have for those who want to understand the world around them.
Crafted for enthusiasts of mythology, religion, folklore, and art, this essential reference guide is organized into six thematic sections: the cosmos, the natural world, human life, myths and religions, society and culture, and symbol systems. Each section is enriched with expert narratives, striking photography, and elegant line drawings that enhance the understanding and appreciation of these powerful visual expressions. Ideal for students, researchers, and anyone intrigued by the secret language of signs, our guide is the ultimate resource for demystifying the symbols that shape our world. Whether for personal enlightenment or academic study, this book is your key to exploring the intricate web of meanings that connect humanity across time and cultures.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241387047
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2019
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
Pages: 340
Description:
Decode the secrets and uncover the origins and meanings of over 2,000 signs and symbols, from ancient hieroglyphs to modern-day logos.
Why is a heart pierced by an arrow a classic symbol of love? What are the ancient roots of fertility symbols? Why are scales a symbol of justice?
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 emphasize the visual strength and beauty of signs. Divided into six thematic sections - the cosmos, the natural world, human life, myths and religions, society and culture, and symbol systems - this guide to the secret language of signs and symbols is a must-have for those who want to understand the world around them.
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