Edition |
First American edition |
Description |
352 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm. |
Note |
"An illustrated guide to their origins and meanings"--Cover. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 344-345) and index. |
Contents |
The cosmos -- Natural world -- Human life -- Myths and religions -- Society and culture -- Symbol systems. |
Summary |
From simple shapes and colors to gods, mythical beasts, sacred rituals, and global branding, over 2,000 signs and symbols are explained through text, illustrations, and photography. Grouped thematically and comprehensively cross-referenced. Includes the physical world, animals, plants, humans, colors, shapes, patterns, numbers, picture writing, alphabets, international signs, professional signs, brands and logos, heraldic emblems, national flags, sign languages and signals, and symbolic gestures. |
Subject |
Signs and symbols.
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Signs and symbols -- History.
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Signs and symbols -- Mythology.
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Added Author |
Bryan, Kim.
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Hodgson, Nicola.
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Lockley, Neil.
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Added Title |
Signs and symbols |
ISBN |
9780756633936 |
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0756633931 |
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