This book was originally published prior to 1923, and represents a reproduction of an important historical work, maintaining the same format as the original work. While some publishers have opted to apply OCR (optical character recognition) technology to the process, we believe this leads to sub-optimal results (frequent typographical errors, strange characters and confusing formatting) and does not adequately preserve the historical character of the original artifact. We believe this work is culturally important in its original archival form. While we strive to adequately clean and digitally enhance the original work, there are occasionally instances where imperfections such as blurred or missing pages, poor pictures or errant marks may have been introduced due to either the quality of the original work or the scanning process itself. Despite these occasional imperfections, we have brought it back into print as part of our ongoing global book preservation commitment, providing customers with access to the best possible historical reprints. We appreciate your understanding of these occasional imperfections, and sincerely hope you enjoy seeing the book in a format as close as possible to that intended by the original publisher.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the fascinating world of emblems, those intricate designs that combine visual imagery with a deeper meaning. It delves into their history, tracing their origins from ancient Egypt to their popularity in 16th century Europe. The book examines the evolution of emblem books, showcasing the works of early pioneers like Alciat and Brant, and detailing the contributions of English writers such as Alexander Barclay. The author highlights the crucial role of the engraving tool in bringing these works to life, demonstrating how artists brought a new dimension to the literary landscape. The book offers a glimpse into the cultural and intellectual landscape of the Elizabethan era, revealing how emblems were used to convey complex ideas, moral lessons, and philosophical truths. It examines how the author's own work, a collection of emblems, stands as a testament to the creativity and learning of its time. This book provides a captivating journey through the world of emblems, shedding light on their historical significance and enduring power to convey meaning across cultures and generations. 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 9781332753765_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332753765
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
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-9781332753765
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)