The Watkins Dictionary of Symbols
Title | The Watkins Dictionary of Symbols PDF eBook |
Author | Jack Tresidder |
Publisher | Watkins Media Limited |
Total Pages | 256 |
Release | 2012-01-01 |
Genre | Body, Mind & Spirit |
ISBN | 1780283571 |
Traditional symbols form a visual shorthand for ideas, yet their functions and meaning extend far beyond that—for thousands of years they have enabled artists and craftsmen to embody and reinforce beliefs about human life in immediate and powerful images. This accessible and comprehensive guide features more than 2,000 major themes from Absinthe to the Zodiac: figures and symbols found in myth, literature and art, as well as those that have entered into the mainstream of everyday life. Covering classical and other mythologies, Biblical themes and traditional symbols from cultures across the world, this wonderful dictionary has thorough yet concise entries on individual animals, plants, objects, supernatural creatures, mythical episodes, miracles, and many other topics.
A Dictionary of Symbols
Title | A Dictionary of Symbols PDF eBook |
Author | J. E. Cirlot |
Publisher | Courier Corporation |
Total Pages | 528 |
Release | 2013-05-27 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 0486132668 |
A valuable reference, this informative and entertaining volume presents a key to elucidating the symbolic worlds encountered in both the arts and the history of ideas. 32 black-and-white illustrations.
The Watkins Dictionary of Magic
Title | The Watkins Dictionary of Magic PDF eBook |
Author | Nevill Drury |
Publisher | Watkins Publishing |
Total Pages | 328 |
Release | 2005 |
Genre | Body, Mind & Spirit |
ISBN | 9781842931523 |
This second volume in the popular Watkins Dictionary series is filled with fascinating explanations for all things magical, from spells and secret rituals to mythical creatures. More than just handy reference, the many definitions and articles here—including pieces on Kabbalah, Tarot, and Gnosticism—provide a great introduction for neophyte occultists interested in expanding their understanding. But even seasoned readers will benefit from access to quick facts and interesting information, and enjoy dipping into the many biographies of occult figures (both well-known and obscure) as well as myths and folklore from around the world.
The Watkins Dictionary of Magic
Title | The Watkins Dictionary of Magic PDF eBook |
Author | Nevill Drury |
Publisher | Watkins Media Limited |
Total Pages | 320 |
Release | 2012-01-01 |
Genre | Body, Mind & Spirit |
ISBN | 1780283628 |
Over 3000 authoritative, cross-referenced entries, covering magical traditions from all around the world.
A Dictionary of Symbols
Title | A Dictionary of Symbols PDF eBook |
Author | Juan Eduardo Cirlot |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 400 |
Release | 1985 |
Genre | Symbolism |
ISBN |
Dictionary of Symbols and Imagery
Title | Dictionary of Symbols and Imagery PDF eBook |
Author | Ad de Vries |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 515 |
Release | 1984 |
Genre | Symbolism--Dictionaries |
ISBN |
Dictionary of Symbolism
Title | Dictionary of Symbolism PDF eBook |
Author | Hans Biedermann |
Publisher | Penguin |
Total Pages | 481 |
Release | 1994-01-01 |
Genre | Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | 0452011183 |
This encyclopedic guide explores the rich and varied meanings of more than 2,000 symbols—from amethyst to Zodiac.