Signs and Symbols: An Illustrated Guide to their Meaning and Origins

Signs and Symbols: An Illustrated Guide to their Meaning and Origins
Author: Clare Gibson.
Format: 280mm, 160 pages.
Illustrations: Over 500 illustrations.

Signs and symbols inform our perceptions, thoughts and dreams. This wide-ranging multicultural compendium traces symbolism to its ancient roots, examining over 500 symbolic images, complete with artistic allusions, metaphor and allegory. Clare Gibson is the author of several books on spirituality, legend and symbolism. Categories explored include:

Sacred Symbols

Identity Symbols

Magic and the Occult

Symbol Systems

Nature

Fantastic Creatures

Emotions and the Inner Mind.

 

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