This book presents a collection of essays exploring the traditions, history, and meanings of moths and butterflies in Europe. The author takes a diverse approach, drawing on sources from literature, art, and folklore. Chapters include the role of butterflies in Ovid's Metamorphoses, butterfly collecting in the Victorian era, and the significance of moths in the works of Virginia Woolf. By digging into the cultural history of these insects, the author illuminates wider themes of metamorphosis, beauty, collecting, and the relationship between humans and the natural world. Through its rich and multifaceted analysis, this book deepens our understanding of the cultural significance of moths and butterflies, offering fresh insights into our own humanity in the process.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a collection of essays exploring the traditions, history, and meanings of moths and butterflies in Europe. The author takes a diverse approach, drawing on sources from literature, art, and folklore. Chapters include the role of butterflies in Ovid's Metamorphoses, butterfly collecting in the Victorian era, and the significance of moths in the works of Virginia Woolf. By digging into the cultural history of these insects, the author illuminates wider themes of metamorphosis, beauty, collecting, and the relationship between humans and the natural world. Through its rich and multifaceted analysis, this book deepens our understanding of the cultural significance of moths and butterflies, offering fresh insights into our own humanity in the process. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332011278_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332011278
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332011278
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 340 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 26043067/2
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