The Complete Dictionary of Symbols in Myth, Art and Literature

Tresidder, Jack (Ed)

ISBN 10: 1844830136 / ISBN 13: 9781844830138

Edité par Duncan Baird, London, 2004

A propos de cet article

1st edition in soft cover format, large 8vo, 544pp, line illustrations; card covers; VG Copy Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

N° de réf. du vendeur 44210

Détails bibliographiques

• Titre: The Complete Dictionary of Symbols in Myth, Art and Literature
• Éditeur: Duncan Baird, London
• Date de parution: 2004
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 1844830136
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9781844830138
• Reliure: Soft Cover
• Édition: First Edition.
• État de l'article: Very Good
• Catalogues du vendeur:
  • New Age
  • Folklore, Myth, Urban Legend
  • Art & Art History
  • Customs & Traditions

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Synopsis

The Ultimate Desktop Dictionary Of Symbols, With More Than 2,000 Concise And Informative Entries Covering Classical And Other Mythologies, Biblical Themes And The World Of Traditional Symbols From Cultures Worldwide, The Complete Dictionary Of Symbols Is An Accessible Guide To More Than 2,000 Major Themes, Figures And Symbols That Have Been Most Commonly Encountered From Ancient Times To The Present Day. This Dictionary Has Comprehensive Entries On Individual Animals, Plants, Objects, Attributes, Gods, Goddesses, Supernatural Creatures, Heroes, Heroines, Mythical Episodes, Prophets, Saints, Miracles And Many Other Topics. Interspersed With The Main Entries Are 'Feature Panels' Covering Special Themes Such As The Sun, Moon And Stars, The Seasons, The Virtues And Vices, And Other Subjects Of Universal Interest. Nearly 300 Illustrations Clarify The Symbols Concerned And A Comprehensive System Of Cross-Referencing Makes This An Essential Addition To Any Family Library.

Présentation de l'éditeur

The Complete Dictionary of Symbols is an engaging and accessible guide to more than 2,000 major themes, figures, and symbols that are commonly found in myth, art, and literature. Drawing on classical mythologies, Biblical themes, and traditional symbols from cultures worldwide, this user-friendly, attractively priced reference has comprehensive entries on everything from individual animals, plants, and objects to gods, goddesses, supernatural creatures, heroes, heroines, mythical episodes, prophets, saints, miracles, and myriad other subjects. Whether the topic at hand is Mercury or Merlin, the Egyptian ankh or the humble ant, engaging text reveals the origins and meaning of each symbol. Interspersed with the main entries are short articles on themes of special interest, such as the Sun, Moon, and stars, or common vices. Three hundred illustrations, an intuitive system of cross-referencing, and authoritative research make The Complete Dictionary of Symbols a reliable resource for school, home, or library.