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Signs & symbols : [an illustrated guide to their origins and meanings] / [editorial consultant, Miranda Bruce-Mitford ; U.S. editor, Chuck Wills].
Title:
Signs & symbols : [an illustrated guide to their origins and meanings] / [editorial consultant, Miranda Bruce-Mitford ; U.S. editor, Chuck Wills].
ISBN:
9780756633936
Publication Information:
New York : DK Publishing, 2008.
Physical Description:
352 pages : illustrations (most color) ; 25 cm
Contents:
The cosmos. -- Natural world. -- Human life. -- Myths & religions. -- Society & 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.
OCLC Number:
ocn232154391
Availability:
Rosemount - Robert Trail~1
